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History

Your grandparents have probably also been on school trips to Speelpark Oud Valkeveen!

Preface

Oud Valkeveen Playground might look new and modern now, but as grandma or grandpa can probably tell you, it's actually quite old. There's a good chance your grandma or grandpa used to swing there or ride the seesaw as a little kid. These days, the park boasts a funicular, trampolines, sandboxes, a ball pit, a zipline, and much more. Admission to the attractions is free, so come as often as you like!

Your grandparents have probably also been on school trips to Oud Valkeveen Playground! Oud Valkeveen has been a popular destination for school trips for many years.

How it all started

About four centuries ago, a wealthy merchant from Amsterdam bought a plot of land between Naarden and Huizen. It was then called "Oud Naarden." He built a farm there. The farm was used as a residence, but also for the produce from the surrounding land. The land was rented out. Trees were felled and the firewood was sold. Vegetables and fruits grown there were also sold. The farm initially had no name, but later it was named after a small plot of land on the estate: Valkeveen.

Around 1874

Around 1874, people could travel to the Gooi region by train and tram. Because the land the wealthy Amsterdam merchant had bought had a beach on the Zuiderzee, many people now flocked to Valkeveen. In the summer, parents and children came to enjoy the sun, beach, and water. The then-owners of the farm saw a bright future for this. They transformed the farm into a pancake house. Visitors could now not only enjoy the beach but also a snack and a drink.

The pancake house

The pancake house was a success. For years, people visited the farm on their way to the beach. Around 1930, it was decided to build a playground at the pancake house. Thirteen years later, a large canoe pond was added. Between 1935 and 1974, horse racing competitions were even held there.

The best day out in old Valkeveen

We are the best day out in North Holland!

In 2025, Speelpark Oud Valkeveen was named the best day out in the Province of North Holland by DagjeWeg.nl! This was thanks to the votes of thousands of visitors and fans of our park! We'd like to thank everyone for their votes and positive reviews!

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This is what visitors say about us

Bas
5.0

Great playground/amusement park for small children. We went there with our children, aged 5 and 7, and they were a joy to behold. Parking is available right outside the door, and you don't need a separate parking ticket. We found the staff to be very friendly.

Maaike
5.0

Great place to have fun with kids up to about 12 years old. Fun attractions, but also regular play equipment where they can entertain themselves for hours! And last but not least, the coffee is good!

Bart
5.0

A nice mix of rides and play equipment. We had a lovely afternoon here. And the boys (8 & 4 years old) were mostly free to play. We only had to take the youngest one on an attraction every now and then. And that's when the child in us comes out again...

Erica
5.0

A super fun, clean park with playground equipment and attractions for younger children, and a large lake by the beach. Parents can enjoy a coffee at the picnic tables while the kids enjoy the well-organized park. Plenty of choices at the restaurant and snack bar. Friendly staff, very pleasant atmosphere. Free parking!

Kevin
5.0

Great amusement park, great value for money! It's geared more towards the little ones, with mini versions of popular attractions, but even a 13-year-old will have a great time. Clean, well-maintained, and well-organized. Besides various attractions, there's also plenty of play equipment for kids to enjoy, and a nice beach to cool off on.

Anita
4.0

A pleasant, well-organized park. Several areas with play equipment in the sand, suitable for children aged 1 to 8. Attractions for children aged 3 to 6.

Our visitors rate Oud Valkeveen with 4,5 stars average on Google! 4.5