Workum (Warkum)
Workum
Workum (or Warkum as we say in Friesland), is one of the famous Frisian cities that has enjoyed city rights since 1399. Located on the shores of the former Zuiderzee and bordering the Frisian lakes.
Discover Elfstedenstad Workum and its surroundings
Workum (or Warkum as we say in Friesland), is one of the famous Frisian cities that has enjoyed city rights since 1399. Located on the shores of the former Zuiderzee and bordering the Frisian lakes, Workum was an important merchant city for the region. Simply walking around the old city centre is an attraction in itself. Along the route, you'll encounter the many stepped gables, saddle roofs and the Great (St. Gertrude) church. No wonder the city became a protected heritage area in 1988. You can admire the intimate paintings by rag and bone man Jopie Huisman and there is also a museum that will introduce you to the rich history of Workum.Or visit the beach because this Elfstedenstad, located on the IJsselmeer, has an ideal beach for children and (kite) surfers because the water is shallow. As a result, Workum is also a busy place in summer! Plan your visit and discover below where you can stay in Workum, what there is to do in Workum and where you can have a bite to eat in the area. Have fun in Workum.
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Grou (Grouw)
Grou (Grouw)
Grou is een toeristisch maar karakteristiek watersportdorp middenin Friesland met een gezellig centrum.
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Sneek (Snits)
Sneek (Snits)
Sneek, or Snits as we say in Friesland, is the water sports city of the Netherlands. But Sneek is more than water sports and the Sneekweek. The city is bustling with events, culture, unique hotspots, and nice shops.
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Heerenveen (It Hearrefean)
Heerenveen (It Hearrefean)
Heerenveen is het sportiefste én grootste dorp van Friesland!
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Hempolders
Hempolders
In het gebied tussen Bolsward en Raerd ontstonden vanaf de twaalfde eeuw aan de zuidkant van de dichtgeslibde Middelzee, de Friese Hempolders.
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Liuwedaem
Liuwedaem
Vanuit de Liuwedaem werd vanaf begin 1900 paling verhandeld. Wijk bij Klein Gaastmeer iets van de palingroute af en loop langs het water waar de handel plaatsvond.
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Wommels (Wommels)
Wommels (Wommels)
Wommels is een terpdorp middenin de Greidhoek. Ieder jaar wordt in Wommels de Freulepartij gekaatst, dit is een hoogtepunt op de kalender van het dorp.
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Langweer (Langwar)
Langweer (Langwar)
Langweer is een echte watersport bestemming. Vanuit dit centraal gelegen dorp in het Friese merengebied, kun je in alle richtingen varen.
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Voormalige Súvelfabriek Oudega SWF
Voormalige Súvelfabriek Oudega SWF
Vroeger stond er een zuivelfabriek aan het water van de Oudegaaster Brekken, aan de rand van het dorpje Oudega SWF. Lang geleden is de fabriek afgebroken en een bungalowpark kwam er voor in de plaats.
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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
