De Berendonck Sport-Food-Fun

What De Berendonck Sport-Food-Fun does

De Berendonck Sport-Food-Fun is a single-site outdoor recreation and hospitality operator located in Wijchen, Gelderland, Netherlands, founded in 2001 and operating with a 7-person team. Its core asset is a 700-meter cable waterski/wakeboard track that supports individual sessions, season passes (€595–€795), 12-ride cards (€185–€265), and Easyride beginner programming on Sundays from May through September. The site also includes a beach pavilion (strandpaviljoen) with full F&B service, a heated terrace and conservatory, and a menu with vegetarian, vegan, and allergy accommodations, plus on-site group catering such as strandbarbecue packages.

The business layers complementary outdoor activities — kayaking, SUP, beach volleyball, a shooting range, raft building, and team-building cooperation games — onto the cable park, bundling them into pre-configured arrangements (Active StrandBBQ, All-You-Can-Do, Cooperation, and School Programs) for corporate groups and educational institutions. Group bookings, corporate events, and school outings are handled through a quote-request form and direct phone/email contact, while individual consumers self-serve via the Recras online booking and voucher platform. Gift vouchers (kadobonnen) with two-year validity extend the reach beyond the immediate catchment.

The company monetizes primarily through transaction-based ticketing and group packages. It has hosted the Dutch National Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championship in cooperation with the NWWB and IWWF federations, signaling credibility within the Dutch competitive waterski community. Customers span individual recreational users and families (primary), corporate groups, schools, and competitive wakeboard/wakeskate athletes, with named references including Radboud UMC, MHC Wijchen, and Rafti Sugar Solutions. Distribution is fully direct-to-consumer with no third-party resellers; marketing relies on the company's own website, Facebook, Instagram, and event-driven media around the NK championship.

Name

De Berendonck Sport-Food-Fun

Website

https://deberendonck.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

De Berendonck Sport-Food-Fun operates a 700-meter cable waterski and wakeboard facility in Wijchen, Netherlands, complemented by a beach pavilion, F&B service, and outdoor activities (kayaking, SUP, volleyball, team-building), serving individual recreational visitors, corporate groups, schools, and competitive wakeboarders through a self-serve Recras booking platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Recreation Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (56152), Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Jet Ski, Parasailing & Tow Sports (Wakeboard, Waterski, Tubing) (THAJAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Whitewater & Paddle Sports Centers (Rafting, Kayak, SUP, Canoe) (THAAAKAF), Kayaking, Canoeing & SUP Tours (Guided/Paddling Excursions) (THAJAJAF), Surf, Kitesurf & Wind Sports Adventures (THAJABAK)

Keywords

• Cable waterski facility
• Wakeboard recreation
• Outdoor activity park
• Beach pavilion catering
• Corporate team building

Headquarters

HQ city

Wijchen

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Waterski and Wakeboard Lane Access: Per-session ticket sales for access to the 700m waterski and wakeboard cable run. Tickets are sold in time blocks (1.5 hours, 3 hours, full day) at tiered pricing for kids, students, and adults. Includes season pass (seizoenskaart) option giving unlimited access for the season with locker rental add-on.
2. Equipment Rental and Add-ons: Incremental revenue from optional extras including wetsuit rental, wakeboard rental, kneeboard rental, and 12-ride pass cards (kids €185, adults €265). Season pass holders can purchase wakeboard lockers.
3. Food and Beverage / Terrace and Catering: On-site beach pavilion (strandpaviljoen) generates revenue through a full menu (lunch, dinner, all-day bar bites), with a heated terrace and conservatory seating. Strandbarbecue is sold as a group add-on (from 15 persons) at €27.50–€34.50 per person.
4. Outdoor Activities: Stand-alone activity rentals including kayaking (€10–€18.50), SUP (€12.50–€21.50), beach volleyball (€27.50/hour), shooting range (€22.50/person min. 15), raft building (€22.50/person min. 20), and cooperation games (€36.50/person min. 25).
5. Events and Competition Hosting: Hosting of private events, corporate outings, school trips, and the Dutch National Wakeboard Championship (NK). Event revenue includes competition entry fees (NK €45/person), camping spots (€12.50/night/person), and optional food packages (breakfast €10, pizza €13.50, BBQ €17.50).
6. Gift Vouchers (Kadobonnen): Prepaid gift vouchers sold online in various denominations (1.5hr and 3hr sessions for waterskiing, wakeboarding, and beginners classes). Vouchers are valid for 2 years and redeemed via the online reservation system.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

De Berendonck operates a 700-meter cable waterski and wakeboard track with included instruction and equipment, complemented by an on-site beach pavilion (restaurant, terrace, and catering), a suite of outdoor activities (kayaking, SUP, beach volleyball, archery/air rifle shooting, raft building, and cooperation games), and packaged arrangements for corporate, school, and event groups. The company sells session tickets, ride cards, season passes, gift vouchers, BBQ catering, and event hosting services including the Dutch National Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championship.

Product overview

De Berendonck Sport-Food-Fun operates as a multi-faceted outdoor recreation facility and hospitality venue in Wijchen, Netherlands. The core offering is a 700-meter cable waterski/wakeboard track, complemented by diverse outdoor activities (kayaking, SUP, beach volleyball, shooting range, and team-building games), a beach pavilion with catering services including strandbarbecue packages, and various ticketing products (season tickets, 12-ride cards, gift vouchers). The company serves individual recreational users, families, corporate groups, and schools through individual activity bookings, pre-configured packages (Active StrandBBQ, All-You-Can-Do, Cooperation Arrangements, School Programs), and event hosting (Dutch National Wakeboard Championships). The product portfolio integrates activities with food and beverage services to create complete day-out experiences.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cable Waterski & Wakeboard Track (Waterskibaan) A 700-meter cable waterski and wakeboard track offering waterskiing and wakeboarding with included instruction, skis, and life vest. Features in-water obstacles for advanced riders and supports an Easyride beginner session (slower cable speed with a return boat). Sold in time blocks (1.5hr, 3hr, full day) at tiered prices for kids, students, and adults; targets recreational visitors, families, and competitive riders.
• 12-Ride Card (12-Rittenkaart) Prepaid card redeemable for 12 entries of 1.5-hour waterski track access at the price of 10. Kids (to age 15): €185; Adults: €265. Includes waterskis, life vest, and instruction video. Targeted at repeat individual recreational users.
• Season Pass (Seizoenskaart) Annual unlimited-access pass to the waterski track during the operating season, with up to 2 blocks of 1.5 hours per day reservable online. Adult: €795; Child: €595. Optional wakeboard lockers (€50 full / €25 half). For frequent individual recreational users and families.
• Gift Vouchers (Kadobonnen) Prepaid gift vouchers valid for 2 years, redeemable through the online reservation system for waterskiing, wakeboarding, and beginner classes in 1.5-hour and 3-hour durations at kid, student, and adult price points. Acts as both a revenue stream and customer-acquisition channel.
• Easyride Beginner Sessions Beginner-friendly waterski/wakeboard sessions on Sundays from May to September. The cable runs at slower speed and a boat returns riders to the start. Requires a minimum of 10 participants. Students €34.50; also sold as a kids tariff. Targeted at novice and first-time riders.
• Beach Pavilion (Strandpaviljoen) On-site beachside restaurant, terrace, and catering facility with panoramic views of the waterski track. Lunch (until 16:30), dinner (from 17:00), and an all-day bar bites menu. Heated conservatory seating for poor weather. Open to activity participants and general leisure park visitors.
• Strandbarbecue (Beach BBQ Catering) Full-service beach barbecue with live grilling on the terrace. Buffet includes 5 meat pieces per person, salads, sauces, and bread; vegetarian and dietary adaptations available. Standard BBQ €27.50 p.p.; Luxury BBQ €34.50 p.p. Minimum 15 persons. Targeted at group bookings, corporate outings, and events.
• Kayak Rental (Kajakken) Recreational kayak rental in stable sit-on-top kayaks on the lake system. 1 hour: €10; 2 hours: €18.50. Deposit required; €25 lost-paddle fee. Includes life vest and time band. Targeted at walk-in visitors, families, and group customers.
• Stand-Up Paddleboard Rental (Suppen) Stand-up paddleboard rental on flat connected lakes. 1 hour: €12.50; 2 hours: €21.50. Deposit required; €25 lost-paddle fee. Suitable for beginners and advanced paddlers. Targeted at recreational visitors and groups.
• Beach Volleyball Field Rental Beach volleyball sand-court rental at €27.50 per hour, ball included. Players can also try voetvolley (foot volleyball). Targeted at walk-in visitors, families, and corporate groups.
• Shooting Range (Archery and Air Rifle) Archery and air-rifle shooting range with instructor guidance on technique and safety. €22.50 per person per hour. Minimum 15 persons required. Targeted at corporate and group bookings.
• Raft Building (Vlotbouwen) Team activity in which participants build a seaworthy raft from barrels, ropes, and poles, then race to capture a flag on the water. €22.50 per person. Minimum 20 persons required. Targeted at corporate and school group bookings.
• Team Cooperation Games (Samenwerkingsspellen) Outdoor teambuilding games where teams earn points through cooperation; points purchase materials for a final raft-building challenge. €36.50 per person. Minimum 25 persons; groups under 25 priced on request. Targeted at corporate and large group bookings.
• Active StrandBBQ Arrangement Package combining waterskiing, wakeboarding, or other activities with a beach barbecue. Chef-grilled meat, fish, or vegetarian options served with salads, sauces, and bread. Example: waterski + BBQ at €52.50 per person (excluding drinks). Targeted at corporate, group, and family bookings.
• All-You-Can-Do Arrangement Unlimited activity package for large, mixed-fitness groups: over 2 hours, participants can rotate through waterskiing, wakeboarding, shooting range, kayaking, beach volleyball, SUP, and jeu de boules. Minimum 40 persons; rates on request. Targeted at very large group and event bookings.
• School Programs (Onderwijs Arrangement) Customizable educational activity programs for schools and classes combining watersports and outdoor activities with reduced school rates via a dedicated activity guide. Programs can focus on teambuilding or allow student choice. Targeted at primary and secondary schools in the region.
• Cooperation Package (Samenwerkings-Arrangement) Team-based cooperation package in which teams earn points through challenges, spend points on raft-building materials, and race on water to capture a flag. From 25 participants: €36.50 per person. Targeted at corporate teambuilding bookings.
• NK Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championship Hosting Hosting of the Dutch National Wakeboard & Wakeskate Championship over 3 days, including competitive racing, on-site camping, food specials, and a 15-year anniversary celebration with barbecue and party. NK contest entry: €45 per person, plus NWWB membership and IWWF single-event license. Targeted at Dutch competitive wakeboard and wakeskate athletes, clubs, and spectators.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• NWWB (Nederlandse Waterski en Wakeboard Bond)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026The Dutch Waterski and Wakeboard Federation. NK contest participants must be members of the NWWB (membership required for competition registration). The NWWB facilitates the national championship ranking and provides regulatory oversight for competitive wakeboard and wakeskate in the Netherlands. Registration fee is €25 with 50% discount for participants aged 18 and under (€12.50), and €12.50 for under-18s.
• IWWF (International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026International federation governing competitive waterski and wakeboard worldwide. NK participants must obtain an IWWF single-event license (€6.20) as a requirement for official national championship participation.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• 040Cablepark: Direct Dutch cable wakeboard park in Eindhoven offering the same cable waterski/wakeboard format as De Berendonck; competes for the same regional rider community and event hosting opportunities.
• Cablepark Almere (Bronsgeest): Cable wakeboard park in Almere with comparable full-service cable wake facility and rider instruction, representing direct competition in the Dutch cable wake market.
• Wakeboard Cable Park Den Haag / The Hague: Cable wake facility in the greater Randstad area offering the same cable wake format as De Berendonck to a different Dutch regional catchment.

Others

• NWWB (Nederlandse Waterski en Wakeboard Bond): Dutch national federation governing competitive waterski and wakeboard; partners with De Berendonck for NK hosting and provides the regulatory framework for competitive wakeboard in the Netherlands.
• Leisurelands: Operator of the Berendonck recreation area in which De Berendonck is located; an upstream landlord/area manager whose strategic priorities affect De Berendonck's site access, parking, and regional catchment.
• Recras: Third-party booking and reservation platform used by De Berendonck; representative of Dutch recreation software providers serving similar SMB recreation facilities and ecosystem participants.

Emerging players

• Skydive Rotterdam / Dutch cable wake operator network: Other emerging cable wake parks and affiliated waterski operators in the Netherlands that compete indirectly for riders, hosting events, and corporate bookings.

Regional players

• FunForest / Team outings Nederland: Dutch outdoor activity and team-building operator offering ropes courses, raft building, and cooperation games; overlaps with De Berendonck's team-building and raft-building offerings for corporate groups.

Broad incumbents

• Landal GreenParks: Established Dutch holiday park operator offering water sports and outdoor activities; competes for leisure and family recreation budgets with destination-based packages similar to De Berendonck's day-out model.
• Center Parcs Netherlands: Large-scale Dutch holiday park operator with extensive water sports and outdoor activity offerings; competes for family day-trip and corporate outing budgets with a much broader portfolio and brand reach.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/deberendonck
• Instagraminstagram.com/deberendonck
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/de-berendonck-sport-food-fun

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Profiles1 record

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