Southwest round-trip
This is a ‘fixed mast route’. The sailing route takes you over the Frisian Lakes and through narrow channels, one of the most beautiful in the whole of Friesland being the Wymerts between Bolsward and IJlst, lined with reeds, picturesque villages and bridges (bridges free of charge). The bridge keepers will be pleased to welcome you. You’ll pass by friendly villages, including Heeg and the cities of Workum, Bolsward and IJlst. In IJlst, you can opt to pass through the bridge and enjoy the Geeuw river in the direction of Sneek (indicated on the route map).
While in Workum, why not pop into the Jopie Huisman Museum? In Bolsward, Aart van de Linden will be pleased to welcome you to his brewery. In IJlst, you can visit the ‘Rat’ wood sawmill where mil…
This is a ‘fixed mast route’. The sailing route takes you over the Frisian Lakes and through narrow channels, one of the most beautiful in the whole of Friesland being the Wymerts between Bolsward and IJlst, lined with reeds, picturesque villages and bridges (bridges free of charge). The bridge keepers will be pleased to welcome you. You’ll pass by friendly villages, including Heeg and the cities of Workum, Bolsward and IJlst. In IJlst, you can opt to pass through the bridge and enjoy the Geeuw river in the direction of Sneek (indicated on the route map).
While in Workum, why not pop into the Jopie Huisman Museum? In Bolsward, Aart van de Linden will be pleased to welcome you to his brewery. In IJlst, you can visit the ‘Rat’ wood sawmill where miller Simon Jellema will gladly demonstrate the wood sawing process. There are also plenty of fun waterside opportunities to stop for a break along the way. Oosthem is home to a Gallery (through the bridge, first farm on the left), while Wolsumerketting offers rental canoes with a tea garden on the waterfront, Kootje bij de Brug (red dot on the map) for a canoe with tea and apple pie. We hope you enjoy your sailing trip! Your adventure in Southwest Friesland starts here!
Locations on this route
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The transient harbor Heegerwâl
The transient harbor Heegerwâl
The transient harbor Heegerwâl is beautifully situated directly on Lake Heegermeer. The stunning, child-friendly day recreation beach is right next to the harbor. The center of Heeg is just a few minutes' walk from the harbor. Water sports, holiday homes...
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Beach Langehoekspôlle
Beach Langehoekspôlle
On the east side of the Langehoekspôlle in the Fluessen, also known as Knine-eilân, you will find a delightful swimming beach.
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Gaastmeer
Gaastmeer
Gaastmeer is the ideal place to escape the hustle and bustle of the day and enjoy peace and space.
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Pieltsjerke Church in Gaastmeer
Pieltsjerke Church in Gaastmeer
The Pieltsjerke church in Gaastmeer stands on the bank of It Piel, an inlet of Lake Fluessen. The church tower serves as a striking landmark from the lake and from the village.
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Railway Bridge Klifrak
Railway Bridge Klifrak
The railway bridge Klifrak near Workum is a relatively low bridge, which is usually open, allowing water sports enthusiasts to pass through.
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Workum (Warkum)
Workum (Warkum)
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.
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Blazerhaven
Blazerhaven
Alongside the sea lock in Workum, is on the one side the De Hoop shipyard and on the other, the Blazerhaven. The latter was dug in 2008, and forms a historic maritime complex together with De Hoop, around the old Zuiderzee locks in Workum.
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Museum Warkums Erfskip
Museum Warkums Erfskip
Museum Warkums Erfskip is located in the old weighing house and the town hall in the centre and tells the history of Workum and the surrounding area.
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Fyftjin en Fierder
Fyftjin en Fierder
Fyftjin en Fierder is an artwork by Pieter Jan Stallen. The work is about both the history and the future of the Eleven Cities Tour – very deliberately, it is about both!
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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.
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Museum De Tiid
Museum De Tiid
Museum De Tiid, the House of Stories, is located in the former town hall of Bolsward and presents the fascinating history of Southwest Friesland.
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IJlst (Drylts)
IJlst (Drylts)
IJlst (or Drylts in Frisian) is not only one of the famous 11 cities, but also a 'wood city'. For many years, tree trunks were processed here by the legendary wood trading companies Oppedijk and S.O. de Vries.
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Waterside Gardens
Waterside Gardens
Unique and characteristic to IJlst are the waterside gardens on each side of the Ee.
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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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Water Gate Sneek
Water Gate Sneek
The Water Gate in Sneek is perhaps the city’s most recognisable landmark. This stone structure is characterised by its two octagonal towers.
Directions
Start: 8618 NW IJlst
Finish: 8618 NW IJlst