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10 Great Off-Leash Dog Parks in the Netherlands (2024 Update)

Ed Malaker

By Ed Malaker

Beagle dog and brown cat lying together on the footpath outdoor in the park

The Netherlands is a great place to travel to, with a rich history and plenty to do. However, if you have a dog, it can be helpful to locate the off-leash dog areas so your pet can get the exercise that they need to stay healthy and live longer. Keep reading as we list several locations that you and your pet can visit.

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The 10 Off-Leash Dog Parks in the Netherlands

1. Beatrixpark

🗺️ Address: 📍Beatrixpromenade 2 1312 AW, 1312 AW Almere, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 24/7
💲 Cost: Free
🐕 Off-Leash: Yes
  • Large park
  • Off-leash area
  • Public toilet

2. Vondelpark

🗺️ Address: 📍Amsterdam, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 24/7
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • The largest park in Amsterdam
  • Plenty of activities, including free music
  • Dining

3. Oosterpark

🗺️ Address: 📍1012 AA Amsterdam, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 24/7
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • Large grassy field
  • Children’s wading pool
  • Plenty of shade
  • Waterfront area

4. Sarphatipark

🗺️ Address: 📍1073 VN Amsterdam, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • Large virtual playground
  • Close to a market
  • Plenty of activities

5. Park de Zuidert

🗺️ Address: 📍Unnamed Road, 8304 GE Emmeloord, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 24/7
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • Large playground
  • Walk-over bridge
  • Large open field
  • Shady

6. Ankerpark

🗺️ Address: 📍2312 RT Leiden, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: dawn to dusk
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • Large ship anchor
  • Plenty of trails to follow
  • Open every day

7. Nationaal Park Loonse en Drunense Duinen

🗺️ Address: 📍5151 RG Drunen, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 24/7
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • Large park
  • Many trails
  • Plenty of room for your dog to run free

8. Hondenstrand Erkemederstrand

🗺️ Address: 📍Erkemederweg 79, 3896 LB Zeewolde, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 24/7
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • Large area to run free
  • Dogs can play in the water
  • Beach

9. Hoorneboegse Heide

🗺️ Address: 📍Hilversum, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 24/7
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • Large area
  • Plenty of room to run free
  • Plenty of parking
  • Plenty of wildlife

10. Dog Forest Het Leesten

🗺️ Address: 📍7339 GG Beekbergen, Netherlands
🕐 Open Times: 24/7
💲 Cost: free
🐕 Off-Leash: yes
  • Fenced-in
  • Large area
  • Plenty of trees

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When you are traveling in the Netherlands, there are several parks that you can visit with your dog. Most of the parks on this list are open around the clock and have a large area where your dog can run free. We recommend visiting Beatrixpark and Vondelpark because they are both amazing parks. If you want a large open area, we recommend Hondenstrand Erkemederstrand park.

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