How does an outing to the climbing forest work?

10 February 2026

Wondering how it works at a climbing forest? A visit to a climbing forest is well organised and follows a set programme. From online booking to the first climbing session: everything is geared to ensuring you can climb safely and have fun. Here you can read what to expect at the climbing forest and how exactly a climbing day runs.

Booking climbing forest online: the first step

An outing at the climbing forest starts with online booking:

Why book in advance?

  • Guaranteed spot at your desired time
  • Prevention of waiting times
  • Well-organised groups
  • Instructors can prepare

Tip: Especially on weekends and holiday periods, book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Arrival at climbing forest: 10-15 minutes before start time

What time should you be at the climbing forest? Arrive at the entrance 10 to 15 minutes before your reserved time.

Why come early?

  • Storing belongings in lockers
  • Arranging toilet visits
  • Check-in at reception
  • Ready in time for instruction

What do you bring?

  • Comfortable (sports) clothing
  • Sturdy shoes with tread
  • Drinking bottle (can go in locker)

Lockers in the climbing forest: We offer free lockers for your valuables, phone, keys and bags.

Safety instruction

Safety instructionin the climbing forest is compulsory and lasts about 30 minutes. This is an essential part of your visit to the climbing forest.

What will you learn during instruction?

  • Operation of the continuous securing system
  • How to wear the climbing harness
  • Use of carabiners
  • Self-assurance principle: how to fix yourself
  • Rules and codes of conduct in the climbing forest
  • What to do in case of problems or questions

The instructors check that everything is in place and clearly explain how the safety system in the climbing forest works.

Demo course: practice before you climb for real

After the instruction, you go to the practice course:

What is the demo course?

  • Low course close to the ground
  • Instructor watches and corrects
  • Only when you master it can you move on

Once you have successfully completed the demo course, you will be allowed to go into the forest independently and enjoy climbing.

Who is the climbing forest suitable for?

An outing to the climbing forest is suitable for:

Families

  • Children from 6 years (and 1.20m)
  • Parents climb along or watch
  • Different levels for each family member
  • Fun active family activity

Friends groups

  • Facing challenge together
  • Encouraging each other
  • Competition element (who dares black?)
  • Cosy day out

Company outings

  • Team building in nature
  • Cooperation and communication
  • Pushing boundaries as a group
  • Combining fun and challenge

Special occasions

  • Birthdays (children and adults)
  • Bachelor parties
  • School trips
  • Sports clubs and associations
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Choose a location

Each of the locations is unique, but one thing they have in common is the beautiful surroundings. 

All our climbing forests are located in real forests, where we do not use climbing poles. This gives you the best climbing experience! We build and maintain the routes ourselves and they are inspected externally for safety. Our staff is trained to give safety instructions and to give you the best experience. A day you will never forget!