Harbor of Laaksum
Laaxum
The harbor of Laaksum is an idyllic spot in Southwest Friesland. We often refer to it as the smallest fishing harbor in Europe.
The harbor of Laaxum (Laaksum in Frisian) is an idyllic spot in Southwest Friesland. It's often referred to as the smallest fishing harbor in Europe, consisting of a harbor, several fishing houses, a farmhouse, and a smokehouse. Only a handful of people live here.
In 1345, the village played a role in the 'Battle of Warns': an army from Count William IV of Holland landed here to attack the Frisians.
Laaxum used to be a genuine fishing village, focusing on catching flounder and later eel. When the Afsluitdijk was built in 1932, it marked the end of fishing in this area. Only two brothers remained, continuing to fish on the IJsselmeer, with their boat moored in the harbor of Laaxum.
Due to its beautiful location on the dike and the IJsselmeer, Laaxum is a sight to see. On a lovely summer day, it attracts cyclists, motorcyclists, and other day trippers.
In the former smokehouse, a square building where herring used to be salted and smoked, there is now a fish restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious seafood meal.
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Path along the Bolswardertrekvaart (Bolsward Canal).
Path along the Bolswardertrekvaart (Bolsward Canal).
A beautiful walking and cycling path along the tow canal of the Bolsward to Leeuwarden canal, near Burgwerd. The path is also referred to as a towpath.
Burgwerd -
Villa Romsicht
Villa Romsicht
Aan De Skatting 18 staat ‘Romsicht’, in de Hegemer volksmond ‘de villa’ genoemd. Palinghandelaar Jan Annes Visser heeft deze woning in 1904 laten bouwen en heeft er tot 1961 gewoond.
Heeg -
Wijde sloot Gaastmeer
Wijde sloot Gaastmeer
The Wijde Sloot in Gaastmeer was formerly used for storing live eels before shipping them to London. The harbor is now called Pieldyk.
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Klokkenstoel Luinjeberd
Klokkenstoel Luinjeberd
In Luinjeberd werd al voor 1300 een klooster gesticht. Het moest wegens hoog water enkele keren verhuizen. Mariënbosch streek uiteindelijk neer naast de huidige begraafplaats van Luinjeberd, waar nu alleen nog een dubbele klokkenstoel staat.
Luinjeberd -
Havenkom de Syl
Havenkom de Syl
The Syl used to be the harbor basin of Heeg. In the past, it was bustling with activity, filled with ships, boats, and fishermen.
Heeg -
Bolsward (Boalsert)
Bolsward (Boalsert)
Bolsward, or Boalsert as we say in Friesland, is the city where history and architecture play a leading role. Let yourself be carried away by the rich history of this eleven cities city.
Bolsward -
Jellum
Jellum
Jellum is a village in the municipality of Leeuwarden, located southwest of the city of Leeuwarden between Boksum and Weidum, along the Hegedyk, which formerly served as the dike of the Middelzee.
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Hindeloopen (Hylpen)
Hindeloopen (Hylpen)
Hindeloopen, or Hylpen as we say in Friesland, is known for its painting and stylish costumes from the past.
Hindeloopen -
Easterein (Oosterend)
Easterein (Oosterend)
Easterein (Oosterend) is a village located southeast of Wommels and northwest of Sneek, along the Oosterendevaart.
Easterein -
Langweer
Langweer
Langweer is a true watersports destination. From this centrally located village in the Frisian lake area, you can sail in all directions.
Langweer
