Dogs allowed back in Dwingelderveld National Park as wolf threat subsides
Visitors can once again bring their dogs to Dwingelderveld National Park after a non-shy wolf, which had prompted safety advice, has not been sighted for three months. The Province of Drenthe urges caution and adherence to guidelines for safe coexistence with wildlife.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Dwingelderveld National Park, Drenthe |
| Previous Advice | Dogs advised to stay out (issued November 2025) |
| Reason for Revocation | No wolf sightings or concerning behavior reported in last 3 months |
| Current Guidelines | Keep dogs on a leash, stay on marked paths, maintain distance from wolves |
| Reporting Point | Wolf Reporting Point |
| Monitoring | Ongoing by province, municipalities, land managers, and wolf experts |
The Province of Drenthe is responsible for managing natural areas and ensuring public safety in regions like Dwingelderveld National Park. It collaborates with local authorities and experts to monitor wildlife behavior and issue guidelines for visitors.
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Dogs welcome back in Dwingelderveld National Park
The Province of Drenthe is revoking its earlier advice against bringing dogs to Dwingelderveld National Park. The non-shy wolf that prompted this advice has not been sighted for three months. No new reports of concerning behavior have been received during this period.
The earlier advice to keep dogs out of Dwingelderveld was issued in late November 2025 following several incidents in which a wolf approached dogs and also came too close to people. Later reports also emerged of a wolf approaching people without dogs. Since then, the situation has been closely monitored by the province, municipalities, land managers, and wolf experts.
The Dwingelderveld area is home to wolves. For this reason, the province advises visitors to be aware of the presence of wolves and to follow the applicable behavioral guidelines. For example, dogs should be kept on a leash in natural areas, visitors should stay on marked paths, and maintain sufficient distance if they encounter a wolf. More tips can be found in the brochure.
Wolf sighting? Report to the Wolf Reporting Point
By revoking the advice, the province aims to provide clarity for visitors and recreational entrepreneurs in the area. The province will continue to monitor the situation. If new reports emerge of non-shy wolf behavior, the province will assess what measures are necessary.
Visitors who spot a wolf are asked to report it via the Wolf Reporting Point. This will help all involved parties maintain a clear overview of the situation.
Source: Province of Drenthe
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