De Dierenploeg is a children’s farm located in the center of Zevenbergen, Netherlands. The website provides the farm’s address, a map, and opening hours. You can find the schedule of activities on the website, as well as news and information about the farm.
The farm features animals like sheep and goats in paddocks that visitors can enter (weather permitting), subject to rules such as not feeding the animals, chasing them, and washing hands after contact. Visiting the farm is at your own risk.
The farm is also home to the Milieu Educatief Centrum (MEC), which organizes exhibitions for local primary schools. During these exhibitions, the MEC is open to the public on Wednesday and Sunday afternoons.
There is a herb garden where visitors are welcome to pick herbs for their own use (in small quantities), although flowers are reserved for insects.
The farm is smoke-free since 2018.
What visitors say
This small petting zoo is a delightful spot, especially for young children. The animals are a hit, and the water play area is a consistent favorite. Many reviewers praise the friendly and helpful volunteers, some of whom actively involve children in feeding the animals in an engaging and educational way. The zoo also offers play equipment like bikes and tractors, a sandpit, and sometimes special events such as sheep shearing and old-fashioned games. The grounds are generally well-maintained, although some recent comments mention weeds and nettles. A few reviewers note concerns about the animal care, with one person reporting animals with visible health issues and another mentioning concerns from an expert standpoint. One reviewer had a very negative experience with a staff member who was rude to their autistic child. Despite these concerns, the petting zoo is generally considered a fun, educational, and relaxing place for families, and some mention a small herbal garden for relaxing and a small educational center.