EVM19 Outdoor Event Resort

What EVM19 Outdoor Event Resort does

EVM19 Outdoor Event Resort (legally Maurik Exploitatie BV) is a privately held Dutch event venue operator founded by Gert-Jan van der Valk and headquartered on a 16-hectare private island (Eiland van Maurik 19) in Maurik, Gelderland, at the border of Utrecht and Gelderland. The venue is purpose-built for corporate events, teambuilding days, company festivals, product presentations, and incentive trips for groups ranging from 50 to 5,000 persons, and it accommodates 60–80 business events annually (with some sources citing close to 100). Core infrastructure comprises the Beach House, Boothuis, De Werf (250m² hall), and River Beach Bar hospitality pavilions, supplemented by tent camping, the MS De Baron luxury motor yacht (19.7m, 5 cabins), and four Boothuis rooms launching in 2027. The activity inventory includes more than 20 adventure experiences — motorized (Dakar rally trucks/buggies, quad, 4x4 off-road, RIB powerboat, jet ski, e-foil) and non-motorized (archery, raft building, catapult building, kayaking, SUP, bamboo tower building) — many delivered under the guidance of professional Dakar Rally drivers Gertjan van der Valk and Branco de Lange.

Name

EVM19 Outdoor Event Resort

Legal name

Maurik Exploitatie BV

Website

https://eilandvanmaurik19.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EVM19 Outdoor Event Resort operates a 16-hectare private island event venue in central Netherlands, delivering corporate events, outdoor teambuilding activities, and adventure experiences for groups of 50 to 5,000 persons.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Corporate Event Venue & Teambuilding Services

NAICS

Recreational Goods Rental (532284), General Rental Centers (5323), Mobile Food Services (72233)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Private Island Resorts (THAGACAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Private Island & Ultra-Exclusive All-Inclusive Resorts (THAGAKAL), Private Islands & Exclusive-Use Compounds (THAMAEAF), Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA), Onboard Services & Provisioning for Private Charters (Catering, Staff, Supplies) (THAEAEAI)

Keywords

• Outdoor event venue
• Corporate teambuilding
• Adventure activities
• Business event hosting
• Company outing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Maurik

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Event Venue Rental: EVM19 rents out its private island venue including various indoor and outdoor spaces (Beach House, Boothuis, De Werf, River Beach Bar, Motorjacht) for corporate events, company parties, conferences, product presentations, and family days. Revenue is generated through venue rental fees combined with customized activity and catering packages. Minimum group size starts at 50 persons, with events accommodating up to 5,000 persons.
2. Teambuilding and Activity Packages: EVM19 offers pre-packaged activity arrangements (Rough & Ready, Dakar, Full Throttle) as well as à la carte adventure activities including quad riding, RIB powerboat, Dakar buggy, 4x4 off-road, jet skiing, e-foiling, kayaking, archery, raft building, catapult building, and more. These packages are sold at per-person rates (€200–€350 per person) and form a significant revenue stream.
3. Motorjacht MS De Baron Charter and Hire: The 19.7-meter luxury motor yacht MS De Baron is offered for day hires, overnight stays, and corporate heidagen (strategy sessions) with captain and crew. Day rates start at €3,725 for the heisessie arrangement. The yacht is also rented out for external events such as Sail Amsterdam 2025 at €9,450 (afternoon, up to 25 persons) and €11,450 (evening/walking dinner). Revenue is one-time charter fees plus optional catering and accommodation.
4. De Werf Venue Rental: De Werf (50–200 persons, 16:00–23:00) is rented as a party/presentation hall at €2,000 venue fee plus drink packages (€15/hour first hour, then €10/hour per person). This is a secondary recurring revenue stream from events.
5. Accommodation Services: EVM19 offers overnight stays in tents on the island, and from 2027, four boothuis rooms (8 persons, €1,000+ per night). The MS De Baron motor yacht offers 5 cabins for up to 10 persons. Shuttle service to nearby Van der Valk Hotel Tiel is also facilitated. Accommodation is bundled with event packages and represents a supplementary revenue stream.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

EVM19 rents out its 16-hectare private island (Eiland van Maurik 19) in central Netherlands as an event venue for corporate groups of 50–5,000 persons, combining venue spaces (Beach House, Boothuis, De Werf, River Beach Bar, Motorjacht MS De Baron) with on-site adventure and teambuilding activities, catering, and overnight accommodation. The company sells standardized teambuilding packages (Rough & Ready €200/pp, Dakar €300/pp, Full Throttle €350/pp) and fully customized corporate event programs including company outings, product launches, staff parties, incentive trips, family days, and strategy sessions.

Product overview

EVM19 Outdoor Event Resort operates as a comprehensive event venue platform centered on a 16-hectare private island in central Netherlands (Eiland van Maurik 19). The core offering is the event location rental for corporate events, teambuilding activities, and adventure experiences for groups of 50 to 5,000 persons. The portfolio includes outdoor teambuilding activities (raft building, archery, kayaking, E-foiling), motorized adventure experiences (quad driving, Dakar rally, 4x4 off-road, RIB powerboat, jet skiing), venue spaces (Beach House, River Beach Bar, Boothuis, De Werf), luxury Motorjacht MS De Baron for events and overnight stays, and various teambuilding packages. The offering is structured as a modular platform where customers can select individual activities, venue spaces, and packages or create custom programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MS De Baron: Luxury motor yacht available for charter, 19.7 meters in length, with 5 cabins for up to 10 persons.
• Het Boothuis
• Beach House
• De Werf
• River Beach Bar

Products and services

• EVM19 Event Location Rental (Eiland van Maurik 19) Rental of the 16-hectare private island event venue in central Netherlands, including multiple indoor and outdoor hospitality spaces (Beach House, Boothuis, De Werf, River Beach Bar), for corporate events, teambuilding days, company parties, conferences, product launches, and family days. Groups range from 50 to 5,000 persons.
• Teambuilding Packages (Rough & Ready, Dakar, Full Throttle) Curated teambuilding arrangements combining multiple adventure activities with catering. Rough & Ready is a 4-hour adrenaline package (from €200/pp, 25–50 persons) with one motorized activity and lunch. Dakar Arrangement (from €300/pp) features the Dakar expedition and rally experience. Full Throttle (from €350/pp) is a full-day all-inclusive package with three motorized activities, lunch, dinner, and drinks.
• Motorjacht MS De Baron Charter Charter of the 19.7-meter luxury motor yacht MS De Baron with professional captain and crew for corporate heidays (strategy sessions), day sails along the Neder-Rijn, overnight stays with up to 10 persons, and external events. Day rates start at €3,725 for strategy session arrangements.
• Overnight Accommodation Services On-island overnight accommodation including tent camping, luxury yacht overnight stays (5 cabins), and forthcoming boothuis rooms (4 rooms for 8 persons from 2027). Shuttle service to nearby Van der Valk Hotel Tiel is also arranged. Optional hotel service, chef, and butler add-ons available.
• Bedrijfsfamiliedag (Corporate Family Day) Curated corporate family day events combining activities for children and adults, including creative workshops, sports challenges, water activities, and catering, designed to engage employees and their families in a single shared outing.
• Outdoor Product Presentation Services Outdoor product presentation services for corporate launches, offering flexible event spaces, technical facilities, themed presentations, and full event support on the private island.
• Incentive Programs Corporate incentive and reward programs combining on-site adventure activities (motorized sports, water sports, team challenges) with luxury hospitality facilities on the private island for employee appreciation events.

Quantifiable outcome

• 60–80 business events and nearly 100 events per year, hosting thousands of guests annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MylescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Myles is a co-organizer for the BAM E&W Festival 2025 at EVM19. Myles is an event management company that collaborates with EVM19 to plan and execute large-scale corporate festivals, combining EVM19's venue and activities with Myles's event production expertise.
• Gertjan van der ValkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGertjan van der Valk is an experienced Dakar Rally driver who leads the Dakar driving experiences at EVM19. He brings professional rally expertise and authenticity to the Dakar activity program, guiding participants through off-road challenges and sharing personal insights from Dakar competitions.
• Branco de LangecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBranco de Lange is an experienced Dakar Rally driver who co-guides the Dakar driving experiences at EVM19. Together with Gertjan van der Valk, he provides professional Dakar rally driving experiences for corporate teams.
• Van der Valk Rally TeamminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Van der Valk Rally Team is referenced as a partner for the Dakar Festival events organized at EVM19. The team provides Dakar trucks and rally vehicles for the off-road driving experiences.
• Van der Valk Hotel TielminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVan der Valk Hotel Tiel is a nearby hotel partner offering accommodation for EVM19 event guests who prefer a hotel stay over camping. EVM19 provides a shuttle service to and from the hotel. This partnership extends the accommodation options available to EVM19 clients.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Beekse Bergen: Safari park and resort in Tilburg offering group outings, corporate events, and adventure activities. Comparable for the Dutch corporate group outing market, with some overlap in adventure activities.
• Apenkooi Events: Dutch creative event agency curating corporate events and teambuilding experiences. Comparable buyer base (corporate HR, event managers) but operates as an agency without owned venue/infrastructure.

Direct peers

• Landgoed Duin & Kruidberg: Country estate venue near Amsterdam offering corporate events, meetings, and teambuilding. Comparable to EVM19 as a premium off-site venue combining accommodation, dining, and activities for corporate groups.
• DeFabrique: Dutch industrial-style event venue near Utrecht offering full-service corporate events, conferences, and parties for groups of 50-5,000. Direct competitor in the Dutch "full-service unique event venue" niche.
• Kasteel de Haar: Castle estate venue hosting premium corporate events, gala dinners, and team days. Comparable as a high-end, "experiential" Dutch event venue with significant physical asset-based differentiation.
• FLORA Event Venue: Event venue in central Netherlands offering indoor and outdoor event spaces for corporate events, weddings, and large-scale productions. Comparable in scale and target customer (event planners, HR, corporate clients).
• Larense Schröder Huis: Versatile event venue in 't Gooi catering to corporate events, conferences, and large-scale productions. Comparable as a Dutch full-service event venue targeting the same HR and event-manager buyer.

Broad incumbents

• Duinrell: Dutch amusement park and resort with accommodation and corporate event offerings. Comparable for the family-day and corporate group outing market, but with a different asset base (theme park vs. private island).
• Walibi Holland: Large Dutch theme park hosting corporate events, group outings, and adventure experiences. Comparable for the experiential/adventure-parks corporate group market, but operates at significantly larger scale and as a broader entertainment destination.
• Center Parcs Netherlands: Multi-site Dutch vacation resorts offering accommodation, activities, and event packages for corporate groups. Comparable business model combination of lodging + activities, but at much larger scale and footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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