'' The 11 cities of Friesland very occasionally host a gruelling 200 kilometre skating race – if temperatures dip below zero for long enough, and just recently a swimming marathon. But you can also travel the famous route by bike, by boat, on horseback, on foot… however you like.''
Source: Dutchnews.nl
Visit Friesland: a unique province in the Netherlands
Hidden gems
Are you looking for peace and space? Then Friesland is your ultimate destination. Because you can enjoy Friesland, the most beautiful province in the Netherlands, in a grand way. Here, you experience the province of the eleven cities and its famous ice-skating 'Elfstedentocht', of water, Wadden Islands and UNESCO World Heritage. The province of Leeuwarden, former European Capital of Culture 2018. You experience the true Frisian culture.
Escape the usual, visit Friesland!
Discover our highlights - The hidden gems of Friesland
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wadden islands
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eleven cities
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Frisian Museums Pass
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Tips from other people - Find out what journalists think of Friesland
Forget the skates. Visit the 11 cities of Friesland at any time of the year
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Forget the skates. Visit the 11 cities of Friesland at any time of the year
Friesland Travel
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Friesland Travel
''This unspoilt northerly province is the spot to take your foot off the pedal and go slow, Friesian-style, amid raw coastal nature and a profusion of namesake black-and-white cows.''
Source: Lonely Planet
Things to know before going to Friesland
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Things to know before going to Friesland
''If you are short on time, but still want to experience the feel of this province, I would recommend to visit the capital (Leeuwarden) and one of the islands (Ameland).''
Source: Veggiewayfarer.com
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