Discover Friesland from Leeuwarden
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.
Discover the Wadden
The Eleven Cities
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!
The Elfstedentocht
Cycling in Friesland - Wooosh!
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Inspiration
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.
Leeuwarden surroundings
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.
Discover Grou
A good conclusion - Well deserved
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Watersportbedrijf ANJA
Watersportbedrijf ANJA
Water sports company ANJA, a household name in water sports in Friesland, used to only rent out open sailing boats and the petrol station on the wa...
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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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Kid's Farm, Camp-site, and Restaurant De Watsenster
Kid's Farm, Camp-site, and Restaurant De Watsenster
Experience an unforgettable weekend at De Wartenster campsite. During the day, enjoy the countryside and experience the best activities together wi...
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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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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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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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Vlaskamptún
Vlaskamptún
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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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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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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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SUPAway.nl
SUPAway.nl
SUP Away is a SUP (stand up paddling) school recognized by the Watersportverbond (association). You can book here for rental, lessons, training, to...
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Uniastate en Tsjerke Bears
Uniastate en Tsjerke Bears
On the grounds of the Cultuur-Historisch Centrum Uniastate, there is a 13th century church with an ornate interior and a beautiful wood-carved pulp...
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Zwembad It Gryn
Zwembad It Gryn
Experience plenty of water fun in the It Gryn swimming pool in Stiens. A beautiful swimming pool with indoor and outdoor pools and a large lawn to...
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Rietreiger vakantielodge
Rietreiger vakantielodge
Luxury holiday home for 4 people in Grou near Alde Feanen National Park De Rietreiger is a lovely modern and spacious holiday bungalow (65 m2) wit...
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Bungalowverhuur De Groene Ster
Bungalowverhuur De Groene Ster
On holiday in beautiful Friesland. Close to Leeuwarden is the "Recreatiegebied De Groene Ster", with its more than a thousand hectares of beautiful...
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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...
