Spring in Leeuwarden In full blossom
Do you feel that, too? Those butterflies in your stomach with the arrival of spring? We certainly do! Leeuwarden is coming to life as the days are getting longer and the sun is showing up more often. The terraces are filled with cheerful faces and the city is buzzing with energy. But hey, we understand that you would like more than just sunny days. That's why here you'll find an overview of all the cool events, activities and fun hotspots that you shouldn't miss in Leeuwarden this spring. Your spring in Leeuwarden starts here.
Spring events in Leeuwarden - Celebration
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The Underwater Safari
The Underwater Safari
until 21 September
Natuurmuseum Fryslân (Frisian Museum of Natural History)
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The Princessehof van Maria Louise
The Princessehof van Maria Louise
until 2 October
The Princessehof National Museum of Ceramics
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Audio tour Ferhaal fan Fryslân (The Story of Friesland)
Audio tour Ferhaal fan Fryslân (The Story of Friesland)
weekly
Fries Museum
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Grutte Pier beer-tasting on the 'Grutte Pier'
Grutte Pier beer-tasting on the 'Grutte Pier'
until 7 October 2026
Praamverhuur Leeuwarden
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Downtown Street Art - DIY walking route
Downtown Street Art - DIY walking route
daily
Leeuwarden Visitor Center
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Street Art Map Leeuwarden - DIY walking/biking route
Street Art Map Leeuwarden - DIY walking/biking route
daily
Leeuwarden Visitor Center
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Cycle junction map North Friesland - Wadden
Cycle junction map North Friesland - Wadden
daily
Leeuwarden Visitor Center
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Miniature People Leeuwarden - DIY walking route
Miniature People Leeuwarden - DIY walking route
daily
Leeuwarden Visitor Center
Walking in Leeuwarden
In our opinion, there is no better way to welcome spring than with a beautiful spring walk! In (and around) Leeuwarden, nature lovers can truly enjoy themselves: both in the city center and beyond, there are countless beautiful walking spots to discover. A stroll in the historic city park, the Prinsentuin, or the Rengerspark, a good walk through the Leeuwarden forest, or through the beautiful nature reserves of Buuten: there is something for everyone.
Discover nature in Leeuwarden.
Wu Zetian
Something special is happening in Leeuwarden: at the Princessehof Ceramics Museum, you will find the exhibition Wu Zetian: Relics from the time of the only empress who ever ruled the Chinese Empire. A European exclusive you cannot miss! The Wu Zetian exhibition is on display until May 25, 2025, in the historic city center of Leeuwarden, in the former city palace of Maria Louise of Hesse-Kassel: the matriarch of the House of Orange-Nassau.
Come to the Princessehof!
Go on an adventure & discover! - Tours
The temperatures rise, the sun comes out more often and the flowers and trees are in bloom. The ideal time to become acquainted with the most beautiful side of the city. Join one of the fun and educational city guides, get on a boat and sail through the city's ancient canals. Would you prefer something different? Then discover the city during one of the many interactive games that can be played throughout the city centre Leeuwarden is for everyone who would like to discover the city in their own way. Have fun!
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Audio tour Ferhaal fan Fryslân (The Story of Friesland)
Audio tour Ferhaal fan Fryslân (The Story of Friesland)
weekly
Fries Museum
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Grutte Pier beer-tasting on the 'Grutte Pier'
Grutte Pier beer-tasting on the 'Grutte Pier'
until 7 October 2026
Praamverhuur Leeuwarden
Sunny terraces - Cheers!
As the city comes out of hibernation, the taps are dusted off and the freshly brewed spring beers find their way to the always cosy bars and restaurants in the city centre. Take a seat at one of the lovely terraces and soak up the spring sun while enjoying delicious treats and thirst quenchers, alone or together. A lovely thought after the rainy and grey winter! Cheers!
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Roast
Roast
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Proefverlof
Proefverlof
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De Walrus
De Walrus
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Café de Toeter
Café de Toeter
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Fire Café
Fire Café
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Vino & Verder
Vino & Verder
