Leisure park Dankern Castle: Every day’s a new adventure
Climb and balance your way across the high ropes course, conquer the laser labyrinth or slide down the water bobsled ride: If you love experiencing a new adventure every day, then leisure park Dankern Castle language camp is just the right place for you. Active kids can let off steam to their hearts’ content in the huge vacation complex that surrounds the historic castle and practice a foreign language at the same time.
Haren holiday camp: language training according to the Berlitz method
"In English, please..." is our Berlitz language camp motto. During the lessons as well as the leisure program, kids and teens will learn to, above all, speak freely and fluently. English is the official camp language. That way, kids can automatically perfect their pronunciation and expand their vocabulary.
Our Haren language camp includes:
- Lessons in the mornings (4 x 45 minutes five days a week) and
- Encouragement to speak in small learning groups.
Kids will be called on to be creative: playful learning methods, such as debates, roleplaying, or creating a camp magazine, ensure that learning is lots of fun. We will split the kids into small groups according to their language level. Kids with no previous knowledge will learn to communicate in everyday situations. Kids who already speak English can deepen their knowledge and learn to use the language practically.
The leisure program leaves absolutely nothing to be desired
Nature, a medieval atmosphere and a whole bunch of leisure-time fun: It never gets boring at Dankern Castle language camp. We’ll keep on speaking English and enjoy a playful approach to improving our language skills as we explore the gigantic vacation complex together.
Vacation fun in all weathers
The hardest decision to make at leisure park Dankern Castle language camp is "What should we do next?" Should we try the climbing equipment first or check out the carousels in the amusement park? Or maybe we can race each other down the racing water slide at the outdoor pool before relaxing on the beach by Lake Dankern.
Later we can grab some bikes and explore the enormous site. For example, we could head to the adventure park around Arkan Castle, where kids can have fun learning all about the great inventions of the Middle Ages.
Afterwards, anyone who’s feeling brave can whiz through the lovingly designed grounds on a roller coaster. We can also soak up some real medieval atmosphere on the adventure golf course with its bridges, its skeleton caves and its torture rack.
When the weather’s bad, we can slide and splash around in the indoor leisure pool or let off some steam in the covered play area. Anyone who wants a more peaceful time can watch an exciting movie at the cinema.
Atmospheric evenings at the language camp
You won’t be bored at the language camp when evening comes around, either. We’ll round out a day filled with fun, action and new adventures by settling down round the campfire. And if we still have some energy left, we’ll simply have a disco party, too.
Note: Actual activities offered may vary depending on weather and availability.
Water action on Lake Dankern
Adventure playground
Discovering Schloss Dankern by bike
Did we convince you? Then let's go.
Welcome to Haren: this is where we’ll be staying
Schloss Dankern, Am Tiergarten, 49733 Haren (Ems)
Amazing facilities: Dankern Castle Vacation Park
The perfect place for a break: With its numerous play and sports facilities, Dankern Castle is a true vacation paradise for kids and teens alike. The spacious facility is located at Dankern Castle, a 300-year-old baroque fortress with a moat. There are more than 700 cozy, fully equipped vacation homes in the park. Up to six language camp participants can sleep in a house, and each house features its own bathroom and toilet.
Vacation fun in natural surroundings
What a great location: You’ll find our accommodation in the midst of idyllic natural surroundings close to the Dutch border. Lake Dankern, the largest lake in the Emsland region, is right next door. Visitors can head to the lake to try such water sports as standup paddleboarding and pedal boating. We can also go to the long, sandy beach to build sandcastles, take a dip and forget about everyday life. What’s more, there are plenty of other attractions in the castle’s amusement park that are just waiting to be discovered by adventurous kids.
We're here for you
We’re here for you! Simply send us your request through the contact form at the end of the page or give us a call (+49 69 247 525 645, Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.).
Julia Pakravan, Director Kids & Teens Germany
Available Camp Dates
English Camp
7 - 17 years
Fun & Action
Camp Type
Overnight Camp
Date
21/07/2024 - 27/07/2024
Available Places:
10+
Camp Type
Overnight Camp
Date
27/07/2024 - 02/08/2024
Available Places:
10+
* Berlitz Language Camps are according to §4 Section 21 a) and b) german UStG tax exempt from VAT.
We accept the following payment methods:
Additional information
At our Haren language camp, your kids will not only learn English, but above all, feel completely comfortable. This is ensured by our experienced counselors who are there for the kids round the clock. In addition to the lessons in the mornings, they organize our varied afternoon and evening program.
In accordance with our Berlitz concept of "learning by speaking", all camp counselors and kids will speak in the foreign language, all day long. Our mission: to make learning languages fun and enjoyable for kids.
At our camps, we make sure our participants get the food they need. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included. Depending on the program, there is a hot lunch or a packed lunch for the day.
Please let us know before booking if we need to be aware of any allergies, intolerances, or dietary issues. Kids should also bring their own refillable water bottle.
What to expect on the day of arrival: On the first day, parents should bring their kids to camp according to the time mentioned in the travel information (send to all participants before camp starts). After check-in, our camp team will be able to answer any remaining questions at the parents’ welcome session. Afterwards, all kids will complete a short placement (written and oral). Our welcome package ensures kids are more than ready to start off their camp week.
All important departure information: After a joint farewell with both counselors and all participants, parents will be able to pick up their kids on the day of departure. You will find the exact pick-up time in the travel documents we send out before the camp starts. Please arrive on time, as the Berlitz team will also be departing. We will then send you all the camp documents and a certificate of participation.
Then take a look at our kids camp FAQ page where we have gathered further information.
We will also send you further details regarding the pack list, arrival and departure etc. by e-mail after your booking.
Overview of all services at the Haren language camp
- Full board and accommodation in shared rooms
- Language classes in small groups 5 camp days a week (4 x 45 minutes)
- Placement test at the start of the language camp
- Comprehensive care thanks to an excellent counselor-child ratio
- German-speaking camp director, who can also be reached by phone by parents
- All materials for the language and leisure program plus certificate of participation
You have questions about our camp?
Then contact us now! Call us at 069 666 089 427 or send us a message. Your Berlitz Team will get back to you shortly.