Leeuwarden

Explore the beautiful city of Leeuwarden from the water

Leeuwarden is a beautiful city in the North. It is also the largest city of the Elfstedentocht. In and around the city of Leeuwarden there are several possibilities for boating. Sail on the canals in the historic city center or take a beautiful trip to the National Park De Alde Feanen.

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Sailing in and around Leeuwarden

There are many possibilities in and around Leeuwarden. Enjoy the historic city center and beautiful architecture of Leeuwarden as you cruise along the picturesque canals. Or enjoy the serenity as you cruise to the surrounding lakes and nature reserves, such as the National Park De Alde Feanen. One finds breathtaking scenery here and can also encounter many different species of birds. Perfect for tranquility. If you are a real adventurer, you can even go on the Wadden Sea. Because of the many possibilities in and around Leeuwarden, it is a perfect place for boating that will meet all your expectations.

What is there to do in and around the city of Leeuwarden?

In addition to enjoying all the beautiful water that lies in and around the city of Leeuwarden, there are also many other things to do. We highly recommend taking a bike and exploring the area outside the city. Go out to the National Park De Alde Feanen and enjoy the serenity, beautiful nature and overall biodiversity there. Or bike to the historic villages surrounding Leeuwarden, such as Dokkum, to experience true Frisian culture. In the city itself, there is also plenty to do. Visit the many museums and churches there or take a stroll through the historic city center.

Hire a boat in Leeuwarden

In Leeuwarden and its surroundings there are several places to rent a boat. The best thing to do then is to check what you want to use the boat for. Do you want to make long boating trips, go on the Wadden Sea or quietly sail through the canals of Leeuwarden, there is something for everything. You can contact Barqo for all your questions. Through the button below, you can contact us. That way we can look together for the perfect match.

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