Active/Sport

For active recreation you will find a wide range of sports, fitness and leisure activities in every season. Amateur sportsmen will find their Dorado here, and those who just want to have fun will not miss out on the variety of offers.

Hiking, cycling and swimming are especially appreciated by tourists and visitors to Gronau and the surrounding area. Swimming in the Dreiländersee, a natural bathing lake or open-air and indoor swimming pool offers a variety of possibilities.

Hiking trails of various lengths and degrees of difficulty, a cycle path network of many kilometres through woods and meadows, past restaurants and cosy picnic areas make the hearts of sportsmen and connoisseurs beat faster.

In the picture, you can see a boy sailing.
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The popularity of Gronau’s Dreiländersee is due not only to the excellent water quality, but also to the extensive range of leisure activities on offer.

In the picture, you can see two people riding bikes.
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Get on your bike and discover the wonderful nature in and around Gronau. We reveal the most beautiful routes to you.

In the picture, you can see a lake and green countryside in the background.
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Gronau is particularly characterised by its many moor and heathland areas. These are perfect for a hike.

The picture shows part of the Dreiländersee. A fitness course is set up on the lake.
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Waterpark Gronau

In the summer months you will find the Gronau Water Park on the Dreiländersse. Your sporting skills are in demand here. Overcome the different inflatable obstacles and enjoy cooling off in the water.

In the picture, you can see three people in athletic clothing standing on a paddle tennis court, each holding a paddle.
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Paddle

The Chiquita Padel Club offers modern padel courts and ideal conditions for sports, fun, and community. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, the focus here is on the joy of exercise and the fast-paced, trendy sport of padel. It’s the perfect destination for anyone who wants to combine physical activity with socializing.

At the mini-golf hut at Dreiländersee, you can choose your clubs and the right accessories.
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Mini-golf

The two mini-golf courses in Gronau and Epe offer fun for the whole family. The course at the Dreiländersee combines athletic fun with the special atmosphere of this popular recreational area right on the water. The mini-golf course at the Epe Outdoor Pool also invites visitors to linger in its cozy beer garden, combining play, exercise, and socializing in a relaxed setting.

In the picture, you can see a sign with an explanation of the exercise equipment on the LAGA machines.
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On the Inselpark area you can not only skate and row, but also do a little workout. You will find some sports equipment for this on the pirate ship.

There are calisthenics facilities at the sports field in Gronau City Park and at Dreiländersee.

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The skater track behind the rock’n’popmuseum was built according to the ideas of young skaters. So it has everything your heart desires: Halfpipe, pool, rail … and and and. You can find another skating track in Eper Park.

The picture shows a beach volleyball court. Two people play against two others on this court.
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In the indoor and two outdoor pools you can not only swim and do your laps, but also play table tennis and volleyball.

The picture shows two cyclists riding along a paved road.
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Scavenger hunt through Epe

Discover the district of Epe with a scavenger hunt on a bicycle. Exciting tasks and beautiful nature are waiting for you, because the tour does not only lead through the city, but also through the surrounding forests.

The picture shows six horses running in single file. Each horse has a rider sitting on its back.
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Riding

Take a horseback ride through fantastic landscapes and discover and experience the beauty of nature in an active way – you can do this right in Gronau on the Dutch border.

The picture shows a climber on the climbing tower.
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Climbing tower

Important Information: The climbing tower is currently closed.

What was once a stair tower at the spinning mill is now the climbing tower in Gronau: 200m²of climbing area, 17m wall height and 12 safety lines are waitingto be climbed!