Activities and excursions in Southwest Friesland
Are you looking for an unforgettable útstapke (Frisian for outing) in Friesland? Then you've come to the right place! The region Waterland van Friesland is bursting with activities, tours, excursions and attractions that are not to be missed. Whether you are a lover of water sports, culture or nature, there is something for everyone. Check out all the activities and excursions in Southwest Friesland below.
An overview of all our events can be found in the event calender.
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Leeuwarden Free Tour (Daily Public City Walk)
Leeuwarden Free Tour (Daily Public City Walk)
weekly
Leeuwarden -
Visit a museum in Southwest Friesland
Visit a museum in Southwest Friesland
until 7 July 2028
Zuidwest Friesland -
Visit Wellness and Sauna De Woudfennen
Visit Wellness and Sauna De Woudfennen
weekly
Joure -
Playing at Ballorig Sneek
Playing at Ballorig Sneek
weekly
Sneek -
Bowling at De Stolp
Bowling at De Stolp
weekly
Sneek -
Swimming at Swimfun
Swimming at Swimfun
until 12 April 2027
Joure -
Play a game of padel at Padelhal Joure
Play a game of padel at Padelhal Joure
until 22 May 2028
Joure -
Come and have fun at Speelbos Joure.
Come and have fun at Speelbos Joure.
weekly
Joure -
Rent an E chopper and enjoy a day out
Rent an E chopper and enjoy a day out
until 31 December
Makkum -
Mini packrafting Gaasterland
Mini packrafting Gaasterland
until 26 February 2028
Rijs -
Come bowling or play mini golf at 't Haske
Come bowling or play mini golf at 't Haske
until 13 March 2028
Joure -
Boat trip with drinks and snacks
Boat trip with drinks and snacks
12 November 2026 until 7 November 2027
Woudsend -
Lunch and sloop sailing in Friesland
Lunch and sloop sailing in Friesland
12 November 2026 until 7 November 2027
Woudsend -
Boat tour Woudsend with skipper
Boat tour Woudsend with skipper
12 November 2026 until 3 October 2027
Woudsend -
Winter sailing with skipper
Winter sailing with skipper
12 November 2026 until 28 March 2027
Woudsend -
Sound Bath | Klank Ligconcert
Sound Bath | Klank Ligconcert
13 November until 28 December
Tersoal -
Spring sloop sailing with skipper in Friesland
Spring sloop sailing with skipper in Friesland
1 March 2027 until 1 July 2027
Woudsend -
Canal Cruises Singel Prinses
Canal Cruises Singel Prinses
27 March 2027 until 31 October 2027
Harlingen -
Evening cruise Woudsend with skipper
Evening cruise Woudsend with skipper
29 March 2027 until 3 October 2027
Woudsend -
Afternoon sailing trip on the Lemsteraak
Afternoon sailing trip on the Lemsteraak
1 April 2027 until 3 October 2027
Woudsend -
Seal tour with the Regina Andrea
Seal tour with the Regina Andrea
2 May 2027, 6 May 2027 and 2 more days
Harlingen -
Pancake tour with the Regina Andrea
Pancake tour with the Regina Andrea
Saturday 8 May 2027
Harlingen -
Avondvierdaagse Sneek 2020
Avondvierdaagse Sneek 2020
24 May 2027 until 27 May 2027
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Tsjerkepaad - 250 Frisian churches open on Saturday afternoon.
Tsjerkepaad - 250 Frisian churches open on Saturday afternoon.
3 July 2027, 10 July 2027 and 9 more days
Friesland
Events and festivals
Southwest Friesland bustles with events throughout the year. From the traditional skûtsjesilen to cozy regional markets, there is always something going on. Check the event calender for the most up-to-date information on upcoming events. Whether you come for a day out or a longer vacation, Southwest Friesland offers a wealth of events, markets and festivals. Immerse yourself in Frisian hospitality and experience the magic of the landscape and Frisian culture for yourself!
Go to the event calenderWhat to do in Friesland? - Discover the wide range of activities and excursions
In Friesland there is plenty to see and do all year round. You'll find the best activities and excursions. Learn to sail on the Frisian Lakes with strong winds or learn (kite)surfing on the IJsselmeer. Do an escaperoom or tour. Discover the Elfsteden towns with a cruise or city walk. Take a dip in the subtropical swimming pool. Visit a museum with ever-changing exhibitions or take a workshop! It's all possible in Friesland!
Roundtrip
Discover here the most complete overview of canal cruises in Friesland, often directly bookable. Sail through picturesque canals, across the Frisian Lakes or along the IJsselmeer coast. When will you step on board? View all possibilities in our activity calendar.
Activities with children
Looking for a fun activity to do with the kids? We have collected all kinds of fun outings in our activity calendar. From cow cuddling and petting alpacas to a splashing day of swimming. Discover the offer in the calendar.
Cultural activities
Looking for a fun cultural activity? In our activity calendar you will find great offerings with exhibitions, lectures expositions and fun cultural workshops.