6x tips for a weekend in Friesland

If you go away for a weekend or night in Friesland, it is especially recommended to stay at one of the cosy small campsites. We have two tips for you so you can get out and about. Natuurkampeerterrein It Dreamlân is a small campsite in Friesland where you can relax on the campsite as well as in one of the cool accommodations. Unwind in a tiny house, holiday home or bring your own camping equipment. The peaceful surroundings will ensure that you return home recharged after a weekend in Friesland.

With its vast lakes, canals and waterways, Friesland is the ideal place for supping. Supping in Friesland offers a unique experience of admiring the beautiful nature from the water and being active at the same time. If you go supping, the Poelenroute is a must. This route runs through narrow canals between meadows and eventually ends up at the Idzegaaster pools, which end up in Heeg.

There are plenty of routes and rental points where you can rent a supboard. Take a trip through the De Alde Feanen nature reserve or go on an adventure and discover the city of Leeuwarden from the water. In addition, in some areas you can sup across the Wadden Sea where you can explore this special area from the water.

Honeyguide Wiepkje previously wrote a blog with tips for supping in South-West Friesland.

The Blotevoetenpad Gaasterland is a unique experience where you can walk barefoot through nature. This path, about 1.5 kilometres long, offers various challenges and stimulates all your senses. Walk over stones, shells, gravel, pine cones, through mud and ditches and over long tree trunks. Let the grass and clay massage your feet. While walking along this cool barefoot path in Friesland, enjoy the landscape and relax in nature. In short, this barefoot path is an absolute must-visit for those looking for a special experience in nature during a weekend or night out in Friesland.

Would you like to enjoy beautiful bicycle rides through the countryside during a weekend in Friesland? Then we have a great tip for you. The Oersetters is a Ferry Route that takes you through the landscape of South-West Friesland. A special cycle route through the Frisian Lake District is 'De Oersetters'. The name of this route refers to two foot and bicycle ferries that are part of this tour and provide a unique dimension.

From the varied water-rich landscape of the National Landscape South-West Friesland to historic Frisian towns and idyllic villages, this route has it all. Besides these special locations, you will also cycle through vast meadows and past picturesque landscapes. It is therefore not for nothing that 'De Oersetters' is a real experience tour and an absolute must-do for every cycling enthusiast who wants to discover Friesland.

If you go away to Friesland for a weekend or a night, you naturally want to eat at nice restaurants. That is why I have listed some tips for you. The first restaurant in this blog about Friesland is Drink & Eatlokaal Proefverlof in Leeuwarden. This special restaurant is located in an old prison. At this location, you will enjoy pure food made from fresh ingredients sourced from local suppliers. Chefs Willem Schaafsma and Folmer Dalstra provide a unique experience.

Royaal Belegd in Sneek is another restaurant that should definitely not be missing from this list of tips in Friesland. Enjoy a tasty breakfast or an extensive lunch with a view of the watergate. At Royaal Belegd you can choose from honest fair-trade coffee, homemade pastries, fresh juices and generously filled sandwiches. As foodies, they work with the best products, caring for origins, animals and the environment. They use organic and fair-trade ingredients and sell sustainable products.

Hiking in a special nature reserve in Friesland should definitely be included in this blog of tips. It offers beautiful natural areas to explore, such as National Park De Alde Feanen and National Park Drents-Friese Wold. De Alde Feanen is known for its enchanting marshes, lakes and reed beds, where you can enjoy peaceful walks through impressive flora and fauna.

National Park Drents-Friese Wold stretches across both Drenthe and Friesland and offers a varied landscape of forests, heaths and drifting sand areas. It is a perfect place to hike and enjoy nature in Friesland. Whether you are an avid hiker or just want to enjoy the beauty of nature, these two national parks are definitely worth a visit. Put on your walking shoes, bring your camera and go on an adventure in these beautiful nature reserves in Friesland.