Live Drenthe Province Webcams
Watch live HD Drenthe province webcams in the Netherlands. Drenthe has a long tradition of cottage industries, such as spinning, weaving, and rope making. Agricultural processing is the chief economic activity, including the production of potato flour and strawboard. There are diversified industries at Meppel (the port of Drenthe), Hoogeveen, Assen, and Emmen. It is a sparsely populated rural area, unlike many other parts of the Netherlands; except for the small cities of Assen (pop. 67,963) and Emmen (pop. 107,113).
Characterized by vast heathlands, dense forests, and charming villages, it offers a serene retreat from urban life. The province is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Hunebedden, ancient megalithic tombs dating back to the Neolithic period. Additionally, Drenthe boasts numerous cycling and hiking trails, promoting outdoor activities while encouraging tourism. This tranquil region is an exemplary blend of natural beauty and historical significance.
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Capital: Assen
Municipalities: Aa en Hunze, Assen, Borger-Odoorn, Coevorden, Emmen, Hoogeveen, Meppel, Midden-Drenthe, Noordenveld, Tynaarlo, Westerveld, De Wolden
Major Attractions: Giethoorn, Smit Giethoorn, De Weerribben-Wieden National Park, Drents Museum, Bovenwijde, Groninger Museum, TT Races, Princenhof Garden, Bourtange, Kip Hoogeveen
Population: 498,000
Airports: The nearest airport to Drenthe is Groningen (GRQ) Airport which is 24.5 km away. Other nearby airports include Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) (142.9 km), Dortmund (DTM) (168.4 km), Dusseldorf (DUS) (181.2 km) and Eindhoven (EIN) (182.1 km).
