FARMS OVERIJSSEL

Ten Kate's Dierenpark is a peaceful private animal park located near the Westerveen area in Nieuwleusen, Netherlands. Open seven days a week and freely accessible to the public, the park invites families to stroll through its grounds and encounter a variety of animal species in a calm, rural setting. The park features a mapped walking route through its enclosures and green spaces, along with historical information about the site. Its relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere makes it a perfect destination for families with young children who wish to enjoy a quiet outing in close contact with animals. Visitors are asked to respect simple rules posted at the entrance to ensure a pleasant experience for all.

Dierenpark De Bontekoe is a small, volunteer-run animal park located on Grotestraat in the heart of Borne, in the Overijssel province of the Netherlands. This community-spirited attraction offers families and local residents an opportunity to enjoy animals and a beautifully maintained garden in a relaxed, friendly setting. The park features thoughtfully designed enclosures, a small children's playground, and access to a neighboring forest area complete with beehives. Children are welcome to enter animal areas during feeding times, fostering hands-on encounters with the resident animals. Residents from the adjacent Dijkhuis care facility are actively involved in animal care and regular social activities such as petanque are organized in the park, giving De Bontekoe a warm, inclusive community character.