Drenthe

The region encompasses 2,680 square kilometers of agricultural lands, forests, and three national parks connected by an extensive network of cycling paths.

The territory contains 53 megalithic tombs called hunebedden, dating back to 3500 BC, representing the earliest human settlements in the Netherlands.

Each municipality in Drenthe maintains its distinct variation of the Drents dialect, reflecting the strong connection between local communities and their heritage.

The province offers numerous agricultural lands for cultivation, with rye and potatoes as primary crops, while dairy farming maintains economic importance.

The TT Circuit in Assen holds the distinction of being the only motorcycle racing track in the Netherlands that hosts international competitions.

Location: Netherlands

Inception: January 1, 1796

Capital city: Assen

Operator: Provincie Drenthe

Shares border with: Overijssel, Lower Saxony, Groningen, Friesland, Emsland, County of Bentheim

Phone: +310592365555

Website: https://provincie.drenthe.nl

GPS coordinates: 52.91670,6.58330

Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:41