Rent a holiday home in Friesland and explore its cultural riches
Situated in the Netherlands, the region of Friesland distinguishes itself with its unique language and ancient traditions. This sparsely populated region includes the West Frisian islands of Ameland, Vlieland, Terschelling and Schiermonnikoog. An abundance of hiking trails, forests, beaches and pasture land ensure that families with kids have plenty to do. Cosy holiday rentals, homes, holiday apartments and holiday houses are to be found throughout the region.
Blessed by nature
Friesland is best explored by boat as each town is connected to the other by water. The region has the largest chain of connected inland lakes and canals in Europe, making it a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts. Many visitors rent a canoe or a silent electric boat to explore the canals without disturbing the peace. The four main national parks, Lauwersmeer, Schiermonnikoog, Drents-Friese Wold and Alde Faenen are home to a variety of wildlife and plant species. Rent a bike at the train station in Leeuwarden to explore the town or relax at the local parks, Prinsentuin, Westerpark, Froskepolle and Potmarge. The tranquil villages of Hindeloopen, IJlst, Lemmer, Sloten, Stavoren and Workum have many holiday rental and holiday house options suited to all budgets.
Cultural Friesland
The Frisian locals are proud of their distinct ancestry and traditions and a visit here is quite unlike any other destination in the Netherlands. Points of interest include the town of Wieuwerd with its natural mummies, the local Fries Museum in Leeuwarden and The Jopie Huismanart Museum in Workum. The town of Franeker is home to the world's oldest working planetarium and, along with the small fortress town of Sloten, is one of the region's most popular attractions. Experience the annual water sports events such as the ‘skûtsjesilen’ championships, Sneekweek, and the Frisian tradition of ‘fierljeppen’ (pole vaulting across a body of water). Friesland also hosts the largest ice skating event in the world (the 11-cities-tour) at which Beerenburg, the local herbal liqueur, is savored with gusto. Book a holiday house in Friesland today.
Neighbouring holiday regions Coast of Friesland
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Anjum, Friesland
Holiday home for max. 6 persons
Property no. 1326373
from USD 1,446for 1 weekApprox. 100 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 2), cable TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, non-smoking property, beach approx. 500 m, sea approx. 2 km, sea/lake view, Top Host 2021 -
Anjum, Friesland
Mobile home for max. 2 persons
Property no. 1446706
from USD 568for 1 weekApprox. 49 m², 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 3), cable TV, Wifi, washing machine, non-smoking property, shingle beach approx. 400 m, sea approx. 2 km, sea/lake view, Top Host 2021 -
Makkum, Friesland
Holiday home for max. 4 adults + 1 child
Property no. 657145
+ 4 morefrom USD 1,630for 1 weekApprox. 100 m², 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 1), satellite TV, Wifi, washing machine, dishwasher, non-smoking property, sandy beach approx. 500 m, sauna, sauna, sea/lake viewThere are 4 further property types with 4 accommodations for this complex- from USD 3,139/week Holiday home for max. 4 adults + 3 children, approx. 140 m², 4 bedrooms, property no. 1387027 Preview
- from USD 2,809/week Holiday home for max. 9 adults + 1 child, approx. 130 m², 4 bedrooms, property no. 916128 Preview
- from USD 1,841/week Holiday home for max. 4 adults + 1 child, approx. 100 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 914160 Preview
- from USD 1,191/week Holiday home for max. 5 adults + 2 children, approx. 100 m², 3 bedrooms, property no. 871217 Preview
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Sneek, Friesland
Studio for max. 2 adults + 2 children
Property no. 495202
+ 1 morefrom USD 1,346for 1 weekApprox. 55 m², 1 bathroom, pets not allowed, cable TV, Wifi, dishwasher, non-smoking property, sandy beach approx. 6 km, farm holidaysThere is one further property type with one accommodation for this complex- from USD 1,102/week Holiday apartment for max. 3 adults + 2 children, approx. 75 m², 1 bedroom, property no. 496456 Preview
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Anjum, Friesland
Holiday home for max. 5 persons
Property no. 443188
Approx. 80 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets not allowed, satellite TV (from 01/01/2025), Wifi (from 01/01/2025), washing machine (from 01/01/2025), dishwasher (from 01/01/2025), non-smoking property (from 01/01/2025) -
Tzummarum, Friesland
Holiday home for max. 6 persons
Property no. 984987
Approx. 104 m², 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, pets are allowed (max. 2) (from 01/01/2025), cable TV (from 01/01/2025), Wifi (from 01/01/2025), washing machine (from 01/01/2025), dishwasher (from 01/01/2025), non-smoking property (from 01/01/2025), beach approx. m, communal swimming pool (from 01/01/2025)