Overview
Emmen is the largest city in Drenthe province, though it坦白承认not a particularly interesting destination for most travellers. Its primary claim to fame is Wildlands zoo, the biggest in the Northern Netherlands, which draws families from across the region.
Day Trips · Family Travel · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Budget options include De Sponde B&B from €45 and hotels from €65-70. Several campsites available in and around Emmen.
Food
Restaurants concentrate on Hoofdstraat and Weerdingerstraat. Budget meals from €12 at Indian restaurant Indianspices.
Money
The Netherlands uses the Euro (€). Credit cards are widely accepted, but carry some cash for smaller establishments.
Transport
Emmen railway station has bicycle rental. Buses serve suburbs and Groningen. The zoo is a 15-minute walk from the station.