- Part 1: Zierikzee in Zeeland
- Part 2: Groningen in Groningen
- Part 3: Muiden in Utrecht
- Part 4: Enkhuizen in Noord-Holland
- Part 5: Kampen in Overijssel
- Part 6: Harderwijk in Gelderland
The vibrant capital of the province in the north is also a student city. You can see that everywhere. If you come by boat, you will most likely moor somewhere along the moorings in the Prinsentuin. In summer, students sit and lie there, enjoying the lecture-free period. They barbecue, play music and practise yoga.
Unfortunately, there have recently been repeated reports of break-ins on boats in the Prinsentuin. The municipality has responded to this: They are guarding the area more closely. Nevertheless, when leaving the boat, it is advisable to leave valuables in the cabin and lock it up properly. Then it's across the road and straight into the centre. The centre is teeming with cafés and restaurants.
Lots of history, lots of atmosphere
There is also no shortage of historic buildings: first and foremost, visitors can admire the Oldehove, a leaning church tower that was already sagging during construction. The master builders reacted and the upper storeys were built straighter. De Waag on the central market square and the Kanselarij are also impressive buildings.
But the special thing about Leeuwarden is the atmosphere. Simply sit in a café and take in the city and its people. Tip: A dinghy tour through the city. Over canals and under bridges, even through tunnels, criss-crossing the small canals. Everything is signposted and completely legal. Great fun!
Two roads lead to Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden can be reached via the Van Harinxmakanaal from Harlingen or Grou or via the beautiful Dokkumer Ee coming from Dokkum. Moorings with electricity, toilets and showers along the canal. Watch out for the trees with the mast! The shore can be less than two metres deep, but the bottom is very soft.
Berths in Leeuwarden
Jachthaven Oosterhaven, jachthavenoosterhaven.nlTel. harbour master: +31 6 113 432 02, guest berths up to 20 metres in length, depth: 4 metres.
- Part 1: Zierikzee in Zeeland
- Part 2: Groningen in Groningen
- Part 3: Muiden in Utrecht
- Part 4: Enkhuizen in Noord-Holland
- Part 5: Kampen in Overijssel
- Part 6: Harderwijk in Gelderland
Also interesting:
- Netherlands: IJsselmeer - the east and the province of Friesland
- Netherlands: IJsselmeer and Markermeer - the south and west
- Netherlands: Marker Wadden - completely natural
