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Welcome to the craziest camping of the east! This is where you start your mini-holiday, right on the water, beach and festival grounds.Unfold that tent and jump in the biggest silent disco in Twente (Eastern Netherlands). And the best part: tomorrow we do it again, because Fresh Village is open for three days. Everything you want to know about this fabulous camping can be found below.
Freshtival does not end on the festival terrain. The party just goes on and on at Fresh Village.
The activities below applied to the 2025 edition. More details will follow.
Besides all the cool activities, a place to charge your phone, a shower, and a clean toilet would be nice as well. At Fresh Village you will find all facilities that you and your friends need.
The facilities below applied to the 2025 edition. More details will follow.
And can we welcome you and your friends to our Fresh Village campsite?! This promises to be one in the books! View the different tickets that fit your adventure here. And check out the useful info below, before you storm our entrance gates with all your belongings!
Fresh Village is the camping of Freshtival! The place to be if you come to Freshtival, because here the party never ends. Spread across Camping 1, 2, 3 & 4 you can sleep in your own tent or in one of our luxury accommodations at the beach. But let’s be honest: when you choose to nap, you will of course miss all the fun!
The camping is located near the festival grounds at Recreatiepark Het Rutbeek. Therefore you can make your way from your tent to your favorite artist within no-time. Hop your way there, crawl your way back! The navigation address is Haaksbergerstraat 1010, 7548 PC Enschede. Turn off your navigation as soon as you see the yellow signs ‘Freshtival’ / ‘Camping’.
Arriving by public transport? Take the shuttle bus from Enschede central station to Fresh Village. You and your bags will be dropped off right in front of the entrance, so you won’t have to drag all your stuff around. Get your shuttle bus return ticket in our ticketshop.
The information below applied to the 2025 edition. More details will follow.
Shuttle bus ticket camping (Friday outward and Monday back)
Friday: 10:00h – 19:00h
– From Enschede Central Station to Fresh Village (1x per hour).
Monday: 08:00h – 13:00h
– From Fresh Village to Enschede Central Station (1x per hour).
Shuttle bus ticket saturday
Saturday: 13:00h – 01:00h
These shuttle bus tickets are return tickets. There are no set arrival or departure times.
Shuttle bus ticket sunday
Sunday: 13:00h – 01:00h
These shuttle bus tickets are return tickets. There are no set arrival or departure times.
Are you coming by car?
With a valid camping parking ticket you have access to the parking area that’s located directly next to the camping site.
Please note: You will need an additional parking ticket for a trailer.
Please note: Leaving the parking lot by car in between? When you return, your old parking ticket will no longer be valid.
The Fresh Village camping opens its doors on Friday, June 6 and closes on Monday June 8 (Pentecost).
Opening hours:
Opening hours camping bridge:
In addition to the bridge we work at fixed times with crossing-guards, so you don’t have to carry your stuff onto the bridge, but can cross the road. They are here from:
To get from the parking lot to Camping 1, you have to cross a road. To make this safe, there is a bridge that is open all weekend.
In addition to the bridge, we also work with crossing guards at fixed times, so that you do not have to carry your camping stuff over the bridge. They will be there from:
TIP: Come Friday before 18:00 to avoid lugging your camping stuff over the bridge. Our crossing guards will help you cross before 18:00.
On Saturday and Sunday, crossing the road is via the bridge.
You can simply enter and leave the camping site on Friday, Sunday and Monday, for example to collect your tent. On Saturday, it is NOT possible to leave the camping site, provided you have a valid reason.
Why would you want to leave the campsite when the party is over? Of course, it may happen that you do want to or have to leave the campsite because of:
– Family circumstances
– Work-related matters
– Other important situations
Please discuss this with security on site.
When you first enter the campground, to check-in, you may bring your own food and drink. After that, this is no longer allowed. Per person you can bring a maximum of:
Glassware is always prohibited!
In our ticket shop you can buy chilled cans of beer and bottles of water in advance; to be picked up at the camp store.
Naturally, you will also find plenty of cold (soft) drinks in the Fresh Village supermarket. Check out what’s in the assortment.
All exact information will be announced soon.
You can park your car right next to the campground. It is about a 10 min walk to the entrance of the campsite.
Festival goers who camp at Camping 1 = Camping at the beach (including all ready-made tents), must first cross a road via our Camping Bridge to get to their campsite.
Yes, you need an additional parking ticket for a trailer.
A ‘Camping + Weekend’ ticket gives you a standard camping place on Camping 1, 2 or Camping 4. Sweet! So, get your camping stuff from the attic, bring your sleeping gear and put up your tent with your friends in the sun!
Camping 1 (at the waterfront) will be completely filled with ready-made tents (Festipi, Delta DeLuxe and the FestiTent) this year. There is also a (limited) space available for regular camping. First come, first served!
No problem, but a Camping + Weekend ticket can only be scanned at the Camping Entrance and therefore not at the festival entrance.
You will receive a camping bracelet and this will also allow you to enter and leave the site through the Camping Entrance only.
We like to make sure there’s nothing missing in your perfect Freshtival Weekend. So this is what you can add to the menu:
Get your upgrades in our ticketshop. All above mentioned Camping Upgrades can be picked up (on presentation of the ticket) at either Fresh Village Supermarkets.
All Camping Upgrades can be picked up (on presentation of the ticket) at either Fresh Village Supermarkets.
Entering Fresh Village is only allowed with a valid Camping + Weekend ticket, which can be purchased in our ticketshop. Your bags will be checked at the entrance to see if your items are allowed. Please carefully read the camping regulations to find out what is and what is not allowed on the camping.
Visual summary of what (not) to bring!
What are you NOT allowed to bring?
Read the full Camping Regulations.
In case of doubt or discussion about the regulations, the organization will always have the final say. Any violation of these rules will lead to removal from the camping and a denial of access to Freshtival.
Visual summary of what (not) to bring!
What are you NOT allowed to bring?
Read the full Camping Regulations and the House Rules.
In case of doubt or discussion about the regulations, the organization will always have the final say. Any violation of these rules will lead to removal from the camping and a denial of access to Freshtival.
If these prohibited items cannot be returned to your car, they will unfortunately be removed. Meaning, you will not get them back when leaving the campsite after the weekend.
Sure! Disabled people can also simply camp at our campsite. Standard features:
We understand that you might need more to get to Freshtival pleasantly. We are happy to think along with you. Send us an email so we can look at a suitable camping spot, parking and associated facilities together.
Please note that these facilities are only at Campground 1. Get in touch with us by email (in advance) so we can look at the possibilities.
At Freshtival and Fresh Village, you pay with tokens, which you can use throughout the weekend. You can buy the tokens in advance in our ticketshop (pick them up at the info desk) or at the campsite at the info desk with your debit/credit card. You cannot pay with cash at the campsite, but you can at the festival site (open on Friday at 17:00).
Medicines that are necessary due to allergies or illnesses may be taken with you in combination with a medicine passport. A medication passport is available from any pharmacy/doctor. Please allow for an application time of approximately 3 weeks.
Too late to apply? Bring something to proof to our security staff that you really need the medicine.
Gluten allergy?
We have very limited gluten-free food available on the festivalgrounds. We understand that you do not want any risk of cross-contamination or that the food on offer may be too limited. You can then by way of exception bring your own (i.e. for 1 person) gluten-free food.
Note: please indicate this during the visitation upon entry so that security is aware of this.
This is not allowed. Making your own campfire is strictly prohibited. The same applies, incidentally, to fireworks, large BBQs, etc.
The following devices are NOT allowed to be connected to a power outlet:
Yep! You can use sunscreen for free at several spots on the festival/camping.
Once more in Fresh Village this year… The Friends Areas! Would you like to get a premium spot on Camping 2 with your best friends? An allocated lot with space for your own partytent? Sounds perfect, no? “Only” coming with four friends? No problem! We offer:
The information below applied to the 2025 edition. More details will follow.
Please note: the Friends Areas will be located on campsite 2 and no longer on campsite 1 (on the waterfront)
Nope. The Friends Area-ticket is an upgrade, and this does not include festival entrance or camping entrance. These tickets are available separately in the ticketshop. Every visitor is required to have a Camping + Weekend ticket.
Unfortunately caravans and campers are not allowed on Friends Areas. Only tents are allowed.
Please note! We do not offer ready-made tents in the Friends Areas.
There are different Friends Areas available. The possibilities with sizes are:
The information below applied to the 2025 edition. More details will follow.
Please note! Max really means maximum! Take this into account. Go big or go home, sure, but it would be a pity to find out your party tent is too big for your Friends Area.
No, there are no specific upgrades for the Friends Areas.
Fresh Village opens her magical gates on Friday at 12:00 (noon) and closes on Monday at 12:00 (noon).
The camping needs to be clear and tidy at 12:00 (noon) on Monday.
The size of the tent needs to be reasonable compared to the amount of people sleeping inside. There is no size limit, but please be considerate and don’t take more than 2 m2 per person. You can’t just place your tent anywhere. The organization / camping host will get you a nice spot that keeps the fire exits clear.
Please note!
Yes you can! However, the same regulations apply as for normal tents. Party tents can only be placed at the direction of the organization / camping host, and may be 3 x 3 m max. It is not allowed to create a circle of tents with a party tent in the center. Or buy it in advance in our ticket shop and pick it up upon arrival on presentation of the ticket!
You don’t have to do anything you don’t want to! Aside from your own tent on Camping 1, 3 or 4, there are numerous options for spending the night at Fresh Village. Check them out here (link to ticketshop will follow)!
For instance, go for that ready-made Festipi, Delta Deluxe or Festitent on Camping 1 (= the campsite at the waterfront)!
Check in is possible on:
Friday: between 12:00 and 22:00
Saturday: between 10:00 and 18:00
Check out is possible until Monday 12:00 (noon). After that, your spot on the camping (and the entire camping) needs to be clear and tidy.
Yes, but always consult the organization / camping host before you do.
Unfortunately, this will no longer be possible in 2025.
Tip: Use one of our luxurious accommodations (directly near the water and beach) for luxury and comfort. Click here!
That is possible, but you will have to arrange it yourself.
Do you love camping, but you also enjoy some comfort and luxury? The ready-made tents at Fresh Village are there so you don’t have to worry about setting up camp, AND you’ll have a guaranteed spot on Camping 1 (= the campsite at the waterfront).
Please note! Limited availability.
Check out the several options below:
The ready-made tents can not be placed on a Friends Area.
Please note: NO nameplate and NO power supply.
For some pre-set accommodations, a power strip is included. Otherwise, there are no power and running water facilities at the actual camping spots. Of course there are plenty of possibilities for charging your phone, blow-drying your hair or drinking a glass of water. There will be additional general power supplies at the campsite, e.g. at the shower facilities
Powerbanks are available in the Festimarket on the camping.
Sure thing! After a long day of partying you can sure use a good shower… and it’s at no extra costs!
There are also flush toilets in the Fresh Village this year.
You can store all your valuables safely in one of the lockers. These are available online, but can also be purchased at the information desk during Freshtival.
You can park your car at walking distance from Fresh Village on the special camping parking space! Just follow the yellow signs and we’ll see you there!
Check out the various activities!
You bet! We’re even doing pre AND afterparties.
The last banger sounds and then it’s over, the music fades out and the masses start moving towards the exit. Do you never want to go home either? The welcome-party at Fresh Village starts on Friday already, and continues well into Saturday and Sunday! Until 4 in the morning we host the greatest silent discos of Twente!
Hip hop, dance, rock classics and sing-a-long songs. Spontanious b2b sets and cool artists partying with you and your friends. No limits here! And afterwards… you’re very close to bed!
Nothing beats a dip in the water, right under a lovely spring sun. Between 08:00 in the morning and sunset, swimming is allowed in Het Rutbeek!
Located on Fresh Village is the Fresh Village Supermarket, where you’ll find everything you need for the weekend!
Some of the assortment:
Keep Fresh Village clean
We do not operate a recycling or deposit system at Fresh Village (entire campground). A (voluntary) collection point will be set up in both Fresh Village Supermarkets.
Bringing food and drinks onto the camping is allowed only the first time, when checking in. After that it’s not allowed anymore. Each visitor is allowed to bring:
Glassware is always forbidden!
In our ticketshop you can buy cooled cans of beer and bottles of water in advance, to be picked up at the Fresh Village supermarket.
Of course there are also enough cold (soda) drinks available at the Fresh Village supermarket.
Get yourself a disposable BBQ in the shop or bring your own.
Please note! We only allow disposable BBQ’s on the camping, so please leave those massive BBQ’s at home!
On the festival grounds you can grab all kinds of food & drinks until 04:00. The Fresh Village supermarket is open 24/7.
Don’t miss this adventure. Check all camping possibilities: from your own friends area to festipis, festitents, group accommodation, lodges and Deluxe tents. Get your tickets for the most legendary weekend ever!
