Are you looking for a fun way to keep the children occupied during the holidays? Every year, fantastic camps are organised in and around the city of Groningen. Whether they love water sports, playing sports on the field or getting creative, there’s something for everyone. Below you’ll find the most popular options in the province.
Water sports and adventure by the lake
The area around Hoornsemeer and Paterswoldsemeer is buzzing with activities in the summer. One of the best-known names is Teuntje de Slak. They organise water sports and adventure camps for children aged 7 to 15. Think sailing, surfing and playing outdoors on and around the water. It’s the perfect place to make new friends whilst getting active.
Playing sport like a pro
For young sports enthusiasts, there are specific camps that focus on a single discipline:
- FC Groningen Football Camp: A dream come true for any young footballer. During this camp, children train like a real FC Groningen pro and improve their technique on the pitch.
- Snowlimits Summer Camp: In the city of Groningen, Snowlimits offers a 3-day camp packed with action. Although the name suggests snow, the summer camp revolves around a mix of different sports and games.
Day camps and creative activities
Not every child wants to stay overnight straight away. Fortunately, there are also plenty of day camps where the children simply go home at the end of the afternoon.
- Check050: This is an initiative by the City of Groningen. They offer a wide-ranging programme, from sporting challenges to educational and creative workshops.
- Helios Camps: This organisation is known for organising several camps each year with a friendly, familiar atmosphere.
- Juvigo: Through this platform, you’ll find a diverse range of summer camps across the whole province, from pony camps to proper adventure camps in the countryside.
Useful tips for parents
The camps in Groningen are popular and often fill up quickly, especially the specialist camps such as those run by FC Groningen or the water sports camps. It is therefore wise to check what’s on offer well in advance!
