Dicover Friesland from Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden as a base
Out and about!
Leeuwarden is the beating heart of the province, and besides all the beauty our city has to offer, it is certainly worth exploring the surrounding area of the Fryske Gea. From the most beautiful cycling routes to the charming Eleven Cities and the World Heritage Site of the Wadden, you can literally and figuratively go in every direction from Leeuwarden without ever getting bored! Discover Frisian culture and its rich history in your own way, and let yourself be surprised by everything the province has to offer!
The Wadden
The Wadden, also known as the Wadden Sea, is one of the gems of Friesland. This unique nature reserve is not protected by UNESCO for nothing. The extraordinary landscape is home to countless animals and plants and is definitely worth a visit. From Leeuwarden, you can easily take the train to Harlingen. From there, you can cross over to both Terschelling and Vlieland. If you prefer to go to Ameland, you can take the bus to Holwerd.
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Blow Away the Cobwebs
The ElevenCities - it giet oan!
Friesland cannot be mentioned without talking about the legendary 'tour of tours.' The world-famous Elfstedentocht has unfortunately not been skated for some time now, but luckily there are plenty of other ways to experience a bit of the Elfstedentocht fever. Take the car, bike, walk, or even use public transport and experience this journey for yourself!
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Discover!
Cycling in Friesland
The Frisian landscape is ideally suited for a beautiful cycling tour. With hundreds of kilometers of lovely bike paths and routes, Friesland is a true paradise for cycling enthusiasts of all levels. Use Leeuwarden as your starting point and discover stunning estates and country houses in various picturesque villages. At the end of the route, you can of course return to Leeuwarden for a cozy drink and a delicious dinner.
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Cycling in Friesland
Fietsland
Leeuwarden surroundings - round and round
In addition to the Eleven Cities and the Wadden Sea, there is still much more to experience around Leeuwarden. For example, take a boat out on the water, visit the beautiful village of Grou, meet the cheerful residents of Aqua Zoo, or admire the national park de Alde Feanen. All of these destinations are easily accessible from our capital by bike, car, or public transport.
A good conclusion - Well deserved
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Jant Evenementen
Jant Evenementen
Jant Evenementen is a refreshing no-nonsense company that produces and develops corporate events. With our Frisian roots, we know how to find that...
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Restaurant WeidumerHout
Restaurant WeidumerHout
At the Restaurant WiedumerHout, you'll dine in a characterful ambiance, where you can choose from a twenty-strong menu of fine dishes. Traditional...
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Private Island De Sayter
Private Island De Sayter
De Sayter is an estate located on a private island of over 40 hectares in the nature reserve De Âlde Feanen near Eernewoude. A unique place to meet...
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Pakhûs SOLO
Pakhûs SOLO
Pakhûs SOLO is a 'Stage for new {and old} music' in the historic centre of Stiens.
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Hotel Café Restaurant Oostergoo
Hotel Café Restaurant Oostergoo
Beauty, history and a warm welcome. You will find that in our lovely village Grou. Are you coming to sleep, eat or drink something at our terrace?...
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Grutte Fiif Safarilodge
Grutte Fiif Safarilodge
Luxury glamping safari tent with airconditioning and a unique outdoor kitchen, private backyard with BBQ and sandpit, shower, kitchen with dishwash...
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G.J.S. | HW Yachtcharter
G.J.S. | HW Yachtcharter
Would you like to sail as a couple, with the family or with a group of friends? Then this is the place for you, because you can rent a boat from us...
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Camperplaats Lekkum
Camperplaats Lekkum
Less than a km northeast of Leeuwarden, on the edge of the village of Lekkum, is this campsite with a panoramic view of the countryside, the villag...
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B&B Hoptille
B&B Hoptille
B&B Hoptille, a Frisian oasis of peace and relaxation, is located in the middle of the meadows, near the Bolswardertrekvaart, near Leeuwarden. Thi...
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Antiques and brocante It Poartehus
Antiques and brocante It Poartehus
In this national monument near the church gate in Grou, you will find a large and weekly changing collection of pottery, porcelain, glassware and s...
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De Wartenster
De Wartenster
Regional products, rural experience, cruises, events, company parties, meetings, etc.
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Hotel WeidumerHout
Hotel WeidumerHout
Hard to find, easy to love. Hotel WeidumerHout is a special boutique hotel housed in a characteristic Frisian head-neck-body farmhouse from 1867 in...
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De Thuiskamer
De Thuiskamer
Would you like to stay in the oldest house in Grou? this is possible in this almost 400 year old beautiful national monument, dating from 1654. Loc...
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Eetcafé De 2 Gemeenten
Eetcafé De 2 Gemeenten
De 2 Gemeenten (The 2 Municipalities), "Where Frisian common sense speaks". The place for a nice cup of coffee, delicious lunch, cold beer, quick b...
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Vlaskamptún
Vlaskamptún
The garden at the Doktershûs in Stiens was designed by Gerrit Vlaskamp in 1868. It's a unique 'Frisian Heritage vegetation', (garden with winding...
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B&B Lyts Kanaän
B&B Lyts Kanaän
Stay in comfort in a rural setting in our double studio, in one of our two six-person flats or in our double B&B rooms.
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De Lytse Mar
De Lytse Mar
The Lytse Mar is a unique atmospheric family accommodation to stay, 6 km from Leeuwarden. It is beautifully situated between the meadows. There are...
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Nijkleaster
Nijkleaster
The Nijkleaster Foundation was founded in April 2009. Its objective is the development of a new monastery in the province Friesland.
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Waterpark Yn'e Lijte
Waterpark Yn'e Lijte
Waterpark Yn'e Lijte "a moment of active relaxation in water sports". You will find Waterpark Yn 'e Lijte between the untouched natural beauty wit...
