Inside the Info Map: How Our Bungalow Folder Prepares You for Veluwe Exploration

Arrive, drop your bags, and open the Info Map in your bungalow—your Veluwe exploration starts there. The information folder puts the best local walking and cycling tips at your fingertips, so you spend less time planning and more time discovering Otterlo and the surrounding forests and heath.

In this guide, you’ll see what’s inside the bungalow information folder, how to use it the moment you arrive, and the kinds of nearby outings it helps you unlock—from quiet trails that begin at the park’s edge to culture-packed visits less than three kilometres away.

What is the Info Map?

The Info Map is the bungalow information folder you’ll find waiting in every bungalow at Het Lorkenbos. It’s designed to help you explore immediately and confidently.

What you’ll find inside:

• Suggestions for beautiful walking routes
• Cycling route ideas for different interests
• Tips for other local outings in and around Otterlo

You can also visit reception for personal advice and free route sheets. The team gladly shares local tips for walking and cycling routes and other nearby activities.

Why pick it up on arrival?

• Maximise every day: With routes and ideas ready to go, you can step straight from your bungalow to the Veluwe’s forests and heath.
• Local, up-to-date advice: Reception provides free routes and on-the-spot tips, including what’s best for families, first-time visitors, or experienced hikers and cyclists.
• Plan smarter with Wi‑Fi: Every bungalow has high‑speed Wi‑Fi, so you can cross‑check route details, weather, opening times, or layer in digital activities like the park’s digital scavenger hunts.
• Match the season: During school holidays (Easter, Ascension, Whitsun, May holiday and summer), the recreation team runs a low‑threshold programme for young children. The Info Map helps you weave nearby outings around those activities.

Routes and days out the Info Map helps you find

Walking from the park gate

Het Lorkenbos sits right next to the Veluwe. That means you can walk into a vast forest‑and‑heath area directly from the park via several exits.

• Dogs are welcome; keep them leashed on the park grounds. The bordering forest‑and‑heath is an official off‑leash area where your dog can run freely.
• Help protect sensitive habitats by staying on marked paths—a simple way to keep the Veluwe wild and welcoming for everyone.
• New to the area? Reception can point you to scenic loops and provide free routes.

Cycling the Veluwe, your way

The Veluwe is known for its far‑reaching network of recreational cycle paths and signposted routes. Use the Info Map’s cycling suggestions to:

• Start gentle family rides from the park
• Link forest lanes and heathland viewpoints into a half‑day tour
• Plan a cultural ride that includes a museum stop

Prefer to rent gear or try something different? The Veluwe Specialist in Otterlo offers options like e‑bikes and E‑choppers, plus handy local tips and routes.

Culture close by: less time in transit, more time inside

• Kröller‑Müller Museum: World‑famous and less than three kilometres from the park, this museum pairs art and sculpture garden with the landscapes you’re exploring.
• Jachthuis Sint Hubertus: Designed by H.P. Berlage in the north of National Park De Hoge Veluwe, you can join guided tours to learn about its architecture and history (Houtkampweg, at the end of Dorpsstraat, Otterlo).

Family‑friendly extras from your basecamp

• Digital scavenger hunts on the park: Fun, weather‑proofed challenges—details at reception.
• Paddenstoelenroute (for kids 2–8): A playful mushroom‑themed route with a pointy hat and knapsack experience; available at reception (includes knapsack, drink, chips, pointy hat and a diploma).
• Dolfinarium (Harderwijk): A full day of marine‑mammal shows and education about dolphins, sea lions, walruses and more—about 35 km from Het Lorkenbos.

And when you’re back from the trail, Brasserie Roekel on site is ready for a relaxed meal close to your bungalow.

Planning with the Info Map: a simple, reliable flow

1. Open your Info Map: Choose a walk, cycle route or day trip that fits your time and energy.
2. Check the start point: Many suggestions begin right from the park edge, so you can leave the car parked.
3. Visit reception for free routes: Ask for route sheets and personal tips tailored to your group (family‑friendly, quieter paths, photo spots, etc.).
4. Consider accessibility needs: Het Lorkenbos is a strong destination for wheelchair users, and there’s a dedicated page with accessible outings. You can also arrange wheelchairs or high‑low beds delivered to your bungalow via partner providers.
5. Bring your dog—plan responsibly: Keep your dog leashed on the park grounds, use the official off‑leash area right outside the park, and always follow posted rules in nature areas.
6. Check openings for cultural visits: Use your bungalow’s fast Wi‑Fi to confirm times for museums or tours.
7. Pack smart and set off: Water, layers, and your camera. If you drive, note EV charging is available at the main reception (Mosselsepad 64) and in lane D/E near Brasserie Roekel.

FAQs about the Info Map

What’s included in the bungalow information folder?

• Suggestions for local walking routes
• Cycling route ideas
• Tips for nearby outings

Where do I find the Info Map?

It’s waiting in your bungalow on arrival. You can also stop by reception for free route sheets and extra tips.

Can I get accessible route suggestions?

Yes. Het Lorkenbos highlights accessible paths, facilities and accommodations for wheelchair users, and there’s a page with accessible outings. Reception can help match routes to your needs.

Are there kid‑friendly ideas?

Yes. The Info Map includes local outing suggestions. On site you’ll also find digital scavenger hunts and the playful Paddenstoelenroute for young children (available at reception). During the Easter, Ascension, Whitsun, May holiday and summer periods, the recreation team runs activities for kids.

Can my dog go off‑leash nearby?

Yes. The park borders a large forest‑and‑heath off‑leash area accessible via multiple exits. Dogs must remain leashed while on the park grounds.

How far is the Kröller‑Müller Museum from Het Lorkenbos?

Less than three kilometres.

Practical takeaways for faster decisions

• Open the Info Map as soon as you arrive and pick a first walk—you’re steps from the Veluwe.
• Stop by reception for free routes and local pointers.
• Use your bungalow’s fast Wi‑Fi to check weather and opening times.
• For kids, ask about digital scavenger hunts and the Paddenstoelenroute.
• With a dog, walk leashed on park grounds and enjoy the off‑leash area directly outside the park.
• For accessible plans, explore the wheelchair‑friendly facilities and ask reception for route suggestions.
• If you’re driving an EV, note charging points at the main reception and lane D/E near Brasserie Roekel.

Internal links to help you plan

• Explore more ideas: Leuke dingen doen op de Veluwe – tips
• See the park: Sfeerimpressie
• Dine on site: Brasserie Roekel
• Choose a bungalow: Type Berken • Type Veluwe • De Korhoen
• Find your way around: search the site for the park map via “Plattegrond Lorkenbos”
• Travelling with accessibility needs: look for “Uitjes voor mensen met een beperking” on our site

Conclusion

Your bungalow’s Info Map is the fastest way to start exploring the Veluwe—no apps to install, no rabbit holes to chase. Open it, pick a walk or ride, and step into forests and heath directly from the park. For extra confidence, swing by reception for free routes and personal tips, then round out your day with a cultural gem or a family‑friendly activity.

Ready to plan a nature‑rich stay in Otterlo? Book your bungalow via the Zoek & Boek function on our website, and we’ll have your Info Map waiting. Questions now? Call reception on +31 318 591 567. And for fresh ideas and offers, sign up for our newsletter.