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Things to see in Ter Apel (Netherlands): 21 places and when to go
Ter Apel is a town in Netherlands, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (10), History (4), Wildlife (4). The best known are Hasseberg, Ter Apel Monastery and De Hondsrug, Weerdinge. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 22. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Netherlands · 52.8733, 7.0764
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (10) · History (4) · Wildlife (4) · Nature (3) · Museums and art (3) · Architecture (3)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- AMS Amsterdam, 169 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ter Apel
The places in and around Ter Apel, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- HassebergMountain in the Netherlands10 km
- Ter Apel MonasteryKloster in Ter Apel, the Netherlands339 m
- De Hondsrug, WeerdingeWindmill in Emmen, Netherlands12 km
- Grenszicht, Emmer-CompascuumWindmill in Emmer-Compascuum, Netherlands5.9 km
- LieftinghsbroekProtected area in Kingdom of the Netherlands15 km
- Standerdmolen Ter HaarWindmill in Ter Haar, Netherlands2.5 km
- EmmerschansNature area in Emmen, the Netherlands12 km
- Galerie BeeldbrengersGallery7.3 km
- kinderboerderij Het ViaductWith kids · Wildlife1.6 km
- NoaberpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Germany15 km
- NoaberpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Germany6.4 km
- NoaberpadLong-distance trail in the Netherlands and Germany6.8 km
- Tractor & Werktuigen Museum Jan DrentheMuseum5.9 km
- Westerwoldepad-2Hiking14 km
- Westerwoldepad-3Hiking9.9 km
- Westerwoldepad-4Hiking7.5 km
- Westerwoldepad-5Hiking3.0 km
- Westerwoldepad-6Hiking3.7 km
- Westerwoldepad-7Hiking8.9 km
- Westerwoldepad-8Hiking13 km
- WonderwereldWith kids · Wildlife329 m
When to go to Ter Apel
The best time to visit Ter Apel is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:53
- FebPossible9:35
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:41
- MayBest time15:34
- JunBest time16:37
- JulBest time16:11
- AugBest time14:31
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:17
- NovPossible8:22
- DecPossible7:22
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 22. In April, 21 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to Netherlands in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ter Apel
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS, Amsterdam), 169 km as the crow flies. How to get around Netherlands (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Netherlands, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ter Apel?
The best known: Hasseberg, Ter Apel Monastery, De Hondsrug, Weerdinge, Grenszicht, Emmer-Compascuum, Lieftinghsbroek. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ter Apel?
April to September; also possible: October to March. In June there are 16 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 22.
How do you get to Ter Apel?
The nearest main airport is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), 169 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ter Apel as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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