Walking on the Veluwe
Discover the most beautiful hiking trails in the Netherlands, right from Van der Valk Hotel Apeldoorn - de Cantharel. Located on the edge of National Park De Hoge Veluwe, our hotel is the ideal base for a wonderful walking vacation. From the front door you step straight into nature, where you will find endless forests, heaths and sand drifts. Whether you enjoy a short morning walk or a solid day trip, the Veluwe offers something special for every walker.
At the Cantharel we will be happy to help you on your way with customized routes, walking maps and tips for the most beautiful spots. Combine your walk with a picnic from our restaurant or a relaxing visit to our wellness facilities. After a day in the outdoors, you will fully unwind in a comfortable hotel room or suite.
Walking with your dog
Around the hotel it is wonderful walking and your dog is allowed on a leash. Near the hotel, at about 1 km walking distance, you will find nature reserve Het Leesten. This is a beautiful “dog forest” with a fenced off area of 10 hectares where your dog can run free and play with other dogs. Besides this dog forest there is also the marked “wet noses route” of 5 km where your dog can also run loose. Outside the dog forest and the wet noses route, you must keep your dog on a leash so as not to disturb the wildlife within the nature reserve.
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