10 TOP Things to Do in Friesland January 2026

Last weekend I woke up early to walk through the empty streets of charming Dokkum. Taking photos before sunrise has its perks! 🌟
#dokkum #fryslân #netherlands #discoverthedark #friesland

Eine sehr gemütliche Stadt, der Besuch ist sehr empfehlenswert!!!

Schiermonnikoog. Foto is gemaakt bij de bunker.

Schiermonnikoog.
Bunker Wassermann.

#architecture

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What to do in Friesland

Discover the most popular places to visit in Friesland

The leaning tower of Leeuwarden! The structure was to be the main steeple of a Cathedral being built in Leeuwarden, Holland in the 12th century but after it started leaning to one side, even after a correction, the construction was halted!

Oldehove

Learn about the local history of Leeuwarden when you spend time at Oldehove. Discover the countryside and monuments in this walkable area.

Thialf Ice Stadium

Catch an event at Thialf Ice Stadium during your trip to Heerenveen. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

WTC Expo Leeuwarden

Learn about the events happening in WTC Expo Leeuwarden during your trip to Leeuwarden. Experience the museums and art scene in this walkable area.

Nature Center Ameland

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Nature Center Ameland during your trip to Nes.

Fries Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Fries Museum in Leeuwarden. Take in the museums and countryside in this walkable area.

VVV Vlieland

VVV Vlieland is just one of the places to see in Vlieland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.

National Park Drents-Friese Wold

Explore the great outdoors at National Park Drents-Friese Wold, a lovely green space in Appelscha. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Bolsward Stadhuis

Bolsward Stadhuis is just one of the places to see in Bolsward, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Cambuur Stadium

Catch an event at Cambuur Stadium during your trip to Leeuwarden. Take in the museums and countryside in this walkable area.

Explore areas of Friesland

Birstum

Check out nearby sights like Snitser Mar while you're spending some time in Birstum and the surrounding area.

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