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27 July 2026

Paperless Adventures: Navigating Bakkum’s Digital Activity Program

If you want to know what’s happening during your stay without relying on printed flyers, Paperless Adventures at Bakkum offer a practical way to stay up to date. Guests can find events in the app or on the screens on the camping, making it easier to check activities, plan the day, and enjoy more of what the park has to offer.

This digital activity program supports a simpler guest experience while also helping reduce paper use. In this guide, you’ll discover how Paperless Adventures work, why a digital program matters, and how to use it alongside Bakkum’s sports and leisure facilities to make the most of your stay.

What are Paperless Adventures at Bakkum?

Paperless Adventures describe Bakkum’s digital way of sharing activities and event information. Instead of depending on printed handouts, guests can check what’s on through:

That means information is available in a more flexible format. For guests, the benefit is simple: you can quickly see what is happening and decide what fits your plans.

For a holiday park, a digital activity program also makes sense from a practical point of view. Printed flyers are static and can quickly become outdated, while digital communication is better suited to day-to-day planning.

Why a digital activity program matters

A digital activity program is about more than convenience. It supports a better balance between guest communication, day planning, and reduced paper waste.

1. Less paper, less waste

Printed leaflets often have a short lifespan. Once a schedule changes or an event passes, that paper has served its purpose. By moving activity information to the app and on-site screens, Bakkum creates a more streamlined way to share updates while cutting back on printed materials.

This approach fits well with a broader sustainability mindset. In hospitality and recreation, small operational choices can make a meaningful difference over time, and replacing disposable print materials with digital communication is one of the clearest examples.

2. Easier access to current information

Guests do not want to search for scattered information when they are trying to relax. A digital format helps keep event details visible and easy to consult.

Instead of carrying a flyer around, you can check the app or look at the screens on the camping. That makes planning more immediate, especially when you want to decide your next activity while already out and about.

3. A better fit for modern guest habits

Most travelers are already used to checking information digitally. Whether they are looking up directions, booking a table, or reviewing a daily schedule, they expect information to be accessible on demand.

Paperless Adventures match that expectation. They support a guest journey that feels direct, flexible, and easy to use.

How to navigate Bakkum’s digital activity program

If you are new to the concept of Paperless Adventures, the system is straightforward.

Check the app for activities

The app is one of the main places where guests can find event information. It gives you a direct way to see what is going on and plan your stay around the activities that interest you most.

This is especially useful if you like to organize your day in advance. You can review the program, combine activities with meals or sports, and create a relaxed rhythm for your stay.

Use the on-site screens for quick updates

The screens on the camping are ideal when you are already moving around the park and want a quick overview. They make activity information visible in a shared space, so you can easily check what is happening without opening your phone.

For families, couples, and groups, this can also make planning more collaborative. Everyone can look at the same information and decide together what to do next.

Combine activity planning with facility bookings

Bakkum’s digital approach works especially well when paired with facilities that can be reserved in advance. For example, if you want to add sport to your day, there are several options to consider.

On the sport field, you can use the padel court and the tennis court. Both courts can be reserved throughout the year via the app.

This creates a natural flow:

  1. Check the activities in the app or on the screens.
  2. See where you have free time in your schedule.
  3. Reserve a sports facility that fits your day.
  4. Build a balanced holiday plan around events, relaxation, and exercise.

Planning your day with Bakkum’s sports and leisure facilities

A digital activity program becomes even more useful when you know what else is available on site. Bakkum offers several sports-focused options that can easily be combined with daily events.

Padel at Bakkum

Bakkum has a beautiful outdoor padel court located in the middle of the sport field in Castricum. It is available both for guests staying on a camping pitch or in an accommodation and for visitors without a reservation.

One practical advantage is that no membership is required. You can simply rent the court at a time that suits you.

Padel court opening hours

The padel court is open during the opening hours of the reception.

How padel booking works

You can reserve the padel court via the app. There is also a direct booking option at:

You collect the accompanying sports bag with:

The sports bag can be picked up 15 minutes before your booked playing time at the reception. If the reception is already closed when you return the equipment, you can go to Bakkum Bites on the Ontmoetingsplein.

Where to find the padel court

The padel court is on the large sport field, about 10 minutes’ walk from the reception.

Quick padel rules

If you have never played before, here are the basics:

Padel is often described as a mix of tennis and squash. Because the court is enclosed by fencing and glass walls, the game feels dynamic and accessible, especially for groups looking for a fun shared activity.

Tennis at Bakkum

If tennis is more your style, Bakkum also has a tennis court behind the padel court. The court has been recently renewed, and like the padel court, it can be reserved throughout the year via the app.

There is also a direct booking option at:

You can reserve the tennis court online or at the reception, and the reception is also where you collect the key.

More to discover on the sport field

The sport field is more than a place for racket sports. Next to the padel court, you will also find:

Many activities also take place there during weekends and the high season, which makes the area a lively part of the park and a natural companion to the digital activity program.

If you are exploring related options, the sport field is a strong internal starting point because it brings together play, movement, and scheduled activity in one area.

Paperless Adventures at Bakkum work by sharing event information digitally through the app and the screens on the camping instead of printed flyers. This helps guests stay informed while reducing paper use.

Practical tips for using Paperless Adventures during your stay

To get the most from Bakkum’s digital activity program, keep these simple tips in mind.

Start the day with a quick activity check

Take a moment each morning to review the app or the on-site screens. That gives you a clear picture of the day and helps you avoid missing activities that interest you.

Mix fixed plans with spontaneous choices

Use the digital program to create structure, but leave room for flexibility. You might reserve the padel court in advance and still keep time open for events you spot later on the screens.

Pair activities with nearby facilities

If you are already on the sport field, consider combining your visit with another activity in the same area. This can make your day feel more efficient and more relaxed.

Know where to collect sports equipment

If you are booking padel, remember that the sports bag with the key, rackets, and balls is collected at the reception. Returning items is also straightforward, with Bakkum Bites available if the reception has already closed.

Use the app for reservations beyond activities

Since both the padel court and tennis court can be reserved via the app, it makes sense to use one digital routine for both event planning and sports bookings.

Why this approach improves the guest experience

A good holiday experience depends on easy access to useful information. That is exactly where Paperless Adventures add value.

They reduce the friction of staying informed. They help guests make quicker decisions. They also connect naturally with other digital touchpoints, such as reserving facilities through the app.

In practical terms, that means less time searching and more time enjoying the stay. For many guests, that kind of simplicity matters just as much as the activities themselves.

Conclusion: Explore more with Paperless Adventures

Paperless Adventures make it easier to navigate everything Bakkum has to offer. By sharing activities in the app or on the screens on the camping, Bakkum gives guests a clear, modern, and more sustainable way to stay informed.

Add in year-round reservations for the padel court and tennis court, plus a lively sport field with multiple facilities, and the digital activity program becomes a practical tool for planning a fuller stay.

If you want to make the most of your time at Bakkum, start by checking the app, explore the activity program, and reserve your next game on the sport field.