The best places for a nature-filled and adventurous holiday with your dog

Autumn is perhaps one of the finest seasons to head out with your dog. The forests turn golden, the air becomes crisp, and after a long walk, nothing awaits but a warm and comfortable holiday home. A break from the daily hustle and bustle, time in nature together, and above all: plenty of time for each other.

An autumn holiday with your dog isn't just about long walks. It is precisely the combination of being outdoors, discovering new places, and then returning together to a lovely holiday accommodation that makes it so special.

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Experience autumn during your stay in an authentic windmill

Autumn is perhaps the most beautiful time to discover Egmond aan den Hoef. Nestled in the North Holland dune landscape, an authentic windmill has been transformed into a unique holiday home on a small-scale holiday park. Here you can enjoy peace, space, and the special feeling of sleeping in a historic setting. From the Egmond Windmill, you can walk or cycle straight into the dunes, where the leaves are changing color and the autumn sun casts a warm glow over the landscape. A trip to the wide beach of Egmond aan Zee is especially special at this time: the wind blows strongly, the sea shows its rugged side, and the beach is wonderfully calm. After a refreshing walk, a hot chocolate in a cozy café in the village tastes even better. The surrounding area also has much to offer in autumn. Discover the artists' village of Bergen, wander through the historic streets of Alkmaar, or enjoy the scent of wet leaves during a long walk through the dunes. If you're lucky, you might spot Scottish highlanders or wild horses along the way, living here in complete freedom.

🌊 A breath of fresh air by the sea

Prefer sand under your feet to leaves under your shoes? The coast is beautiful in autumn too.

The beach is often much quieter than in the summer. The wind in your hair, your dog enthusiastically chasing a ball, and long walks together along the waterline: sometimes you don't need anything more.

Zandvoort, Egmond aan Zee, and the North Holland coast are wonderful places for an autumn getaway with your dog. Combine a beach walk with a stroll through the dunes and end the day with a warm cup of coffee or hot chocolate.

Do pay attention to local rules regarding dogs on the beach. Outside of peak season, there are often more options, but the rules vary by location.

🐾 Exploring nature

A holiday with your dog is, of course, more than just walking. Turn it into a little exploration together.

Take a route through a nature reserve you don't know yet, walk along the water, or seek out the smaller walking paths. For your dog, every new environment is interesting: different scents, sounds, and animals provide plenty of adventure.

Salland and the Overijssel landscape around Den Ham are also particularly beautiful in autumn. Here, forests, heathlands, farmlands, and quiet walking areas alternate. A lovely environment for those who enjoy venturing into nature and then seeking peace and quiet.

🍁 Our favorite autumn regions for a holiday with your dog, listed below

Overijssel – forest, heath, and tranquility

Overijssel is a wonderful destination for nature lovers. In areas like Salland and the Vechtdal, you will find plenty of hiking opportunities and a varied landscape. The combination of forest, rural areas, and tranquility makes the province ideal for a few days away together.

Gelderland – endless hiking

From the Veluwe to the Achterhoek: Gelderland offers plenty of space for hiking. In autumn, the forests are at their most beautiful, and you can enjoy the changing nature for hours.

North Holland – forest and beach

Do you want to be able to choose between a forest walk and a breath of fresh air by the sea during your stay? Then North Holland is a great choice. From various locations, you can combine nature, dunes, beaches, and charming coastal towns.

North Brabant – hiking through the Brabant countryside

North Brabant is also perfectly suited for an autumn weekend with your dog. Think of wooded areas, heathlands, and quiet hiking trails. Ideal for those who like to combine nature with the charm of Brabant villages and towns.