Luxury camping on a farm campsite at camping the Water Buffalo Farm

Glamping at a farm campsite at the Water Buffalo Farm Campground. This is a beautiful, quiet campground where you can enjoy the animals around you and the beautiful scenery. Everyone has a view of the animals and beautiful nature. The glamping is only for persons 18 years and older. Feed the buffalo, enjoy the delicious produce and farm life. In the area are many hiking and biking trails and of course the National Park Weerribben-Wieden.

  • Wooded area
  • Farm campsite
  • Child-free glamping
  • Country Store
  • Sandwich service
  • Electric bike charging station
  • Farm
  • Free wifi
  • View of the animals
  • Only for adults
  • Recreational lake
  • Guided tour of the farm

Facilities and activities at Camping de Waterbuffelfarm

Activities in the area

  • Cycling
  • Golf course (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
  • Treetop adventure park
  • Museums
  • Mountain biking
  • Nature park (<5 KM / 3.1 MILES)
  • Picturesque villages
  • Walking
  • Zoo (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
  • National park (<5 KM / 3.1 MILES)

Location

  • On a farm

Park facilities

  • Reception
  • Charging point for electric bicycle
  • WiFi in public area (free)
  • Shop
  • Free parking nearby or at the park

Spoken language

  • Dutch

Unique properties

  • Unique stay

Food & Beverage

  • Bakery

Holiday park

  • Vodatent
Camping de Waterbuffelfarm

Surroundings

Lighthouse Urk - Vodatent - Watersportcamping tussen de Diepen - Blokzijl - Overijssel - Netherlands
Urk - Vodatent - Watersportcamping tussen de Diepen - Blokzijl - Overijssel - Netherlands
Fishing village of Urk, IJsselmeer, Flevoland, Netherlands

Visit Urk

A 36-minute drive away is Urk, a charming fishing village with a rich maritime history. Urk has a picturesque harbor and a historic downtown with narrow streets and characteristic houses. Enjoy delicious fresh fish, the many cozy cafes and restaurants, and the beautiful views of the IJsselmeer. You can also go there for several water sports activities, such as sailing, boating and windsurfing. With its authentic charm and beautiful location, Urk is definitely worth a visit.

Water and grass fields in the Weerribben-wieden national park, Overijssel, Netherlands
Kayaking National Park the Weerribben-Wieden, Flevoland, Netherlands

Plenty of nature to discover

In the surroundings of the glamping in Oldemarkt you can do plenty of walking and cycling. Discover the natural beauty of the Weerribben-Wieden, the Drents-Friese Wold and the Dwingelderveld National Park. There are several cycling and walking routes, ranging from short to long distances and suitable for different levels, but you can also put together your own route and enjoy the beautiful nature and peaceful surroundings.


National Park Weerribben-Wieden

National Park Weerribben-Wieden is a unique nature reserve a 24-minute drive from the campsite. In the park you will find large lakes, vast marshes, reed beds, willow forests and flowery hay meadows. It is the largest contiguous low moor in northwestern Europe and is home to rare plants and animals, such as the otter and the bittern. Go hiking, biking, boating or canoeing. There are several observation towers and bird-watching huts where you can admire the landscape from above and spot many birds. Tours and excursions are also organized by the visitor center. With its beautiful nature and many opportunities for relaxation and education, National Park Weerribben-Wieden is a jewel of Dutch nature.

Day trip to Kampen

Kampen is a beautiful, historic city located on the river IJssel, a 40-minute drive from the campground. It has a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Middle Ages, with many historic buildings, churches and museums. The city has a cozy downtown with many stores, restaurants and terraces. The old city walls, the Koggewerf and the historic inner harbor are some of the many attractions you can visit. Kampen also has a vibrant cultural life with festivals, concerts and events throughout the year, including the Kamper Stripspektakel and the International Hanze Days. With its rich history, conviviality and cultural offerings, Kampen is a city not to be missed!

Practical information

Scored with a 9.4

103 reviews

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  • 26 Mar 2025

    Store visited. Assortment is diverse including meat and cheese from the water buffalo. If you want something different from the standard mass from the supermarket, this store is a great alternative.

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    De winkel bezocht. Assortiment is divers met onder andere vlees en kaas van de waterbuffels. Als je eens wat anders wil dan de standaard massa uit de supermarkt, is deze winkel een prima alternatief.

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  • 25 Mar 2025

    Nice well kept store with super nice staff. Meat and cheese of good quality and price. Also the campground is nice with clean plumbing.

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    Mooie verzorgde winkel met super aardig personeel. Vlees en kaas van goede kwaliteit en prijs. Ook de camping is fijn met schoon sanitair.

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  • 02 Dec 2024

    My review is about the store. There is nothing in the store that I don't like. And what fun, beautiful and unusual gadgets...beautiful bags .

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    Mijn review gaat over de winkel. Er is niets in de winkel te vinden wat ik niet lust. En wat een leuke, mooie en aparte hebbedingetjes...prachtige tassen .

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  • 02 Nov 2024

    Beautiful, extensive, complete store. Friendly staff who take extensive time to explain their animals. Very nice to see and pet the water buffalo and other animals.

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    Mooie, uitgebreide, complete winkel. Vriendelijk personeel die uitgebreid de tijd neemt om uitleg te geven over hun dieren. Heel leuk om de waterbuffels en andere dieren te zien en te mogen aaien.

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  • 13 Oct 2024

    Stood in the campground. Super location. Beautiful company, both the water buffalo and the store. Highly recommended for those seeking peace and quiet.

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    Op de camping gestaan. Super locatie. Prachtig bedrijf, zowel de waterbuffels als de winkel. Aanrader voor wie rust zoekt.

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  • 23 Sep 2024

    Beautiful surroundings, cared for and customer friendly. Good opportunities to go out by bike.

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    Mooie omgeving, verzorgd en klantvriendelijk. Goede mogelijkheden om er met de fiets erop uit te trekken

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Frequently asked questions about Camping de Waterbuffelfarm

  1. Does camping the Water Buffalo Farm have its own restaurant?

    There is no restaurant at the campground.

  2. Does camping the Waterbuffelfarm have a swimming pool?

    The campground does not have a swimming pool.

  3. Is there a camp store available?

    At the farm store you can buy artisanal products, as well as fun gift items. There is plenty of water buffalo meat to choose from, but you can also buy real salmon from Urk, from Jongens van de Fant, for example.

  4. What activities are available at camping the Water Buffalo Farm?

    Of course, a farm campsite is not complete without farm animals. As entertainment, you can help feed the buffalo and take a guided tour. In short, get a taste of real farm life. Barbecues are organized regularly and the last Saturday of the month is always eel and mackerel smoking. But of course you can also relax and read a book in front of your luxury safari tent and enjoy the view.

  5. How far is Camping the Water Buffalo Farm from the city center?

    The center of Oldemarkt is a few hundred meters from the campsite and the center of Steenwijk is a 16-minute drive away.

  6. How far is the nearest supermarket?

    You will find a supermarket 200 meters from the campsite.

  7. Is smoking allowed in the accommodation?

    Smoking is not allowed in the accommodations.

  8. What glamping types can be booked at camping the Water Buffalo Farm?

    At this glamping in Overijssel you can book a safari tent for 4 people.

  9. What costs are included in the price and what are additional costs (if any)?

    Fees included: Administration and cleaning fees. Compulsory additional costs, payable locally:

    • Surcharge (€3,- p.p.p.n.)
    • Deposit to be paid no later than on arrival €50 Optional additional costs, to be paid on the spot:
    • Bed linen €8,- p.p.
    • Pet (max. 2) € 5,- p.n.
    • Additional tent (bring your own) €5,- p.n.
  10. Where is camping the Water Buffalo Farm located?

    The glamping is located on the edge of the province of Overijssel, near Friesland.

  11. Where is the nearest train station and bus stop?

    The bus stop is 50 meters from the campsite and the Wolvega train station a 20-minute drive away.

  12. What are the check-in and check-out times for Camping de Waterbuffelfarm?
    The check-in at Camping de Waterbuffelfarm starts at 15:00. The checkout should be done before 10:00.
  13. Is Camping de Waterbuffelfarm open all year round?
    No, Camping de Waterbuffelfarm is open from 1 April until 30 September.

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