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The best excursion destinations in Friesland: Vote now and win!
Discover the best Frisian excursions! Vote for your favorites by August 21, 2025 and enjoy the diversity of Friesland.
The best excursion destinations in Friesland: Vote now and win!
The exciting election for the title of “The Netherlands’ Best Excursion Destination” has begun! This week the focus is on the outstanding offers from the province of Friesland. The nominees are a real treat for anyone looking for special experiences. Loud dagjeweg.nl Visitors can cast their votes for their favorite excursions, and there is a lot to discover.
Friesland, located in the north of the Netherlands, is known for its picturesque landscapes and cultural treasures. The province, which covers an area of 5,753 km² and is home to approximately 660,000 people, is divided into 18 municipalities. The capital is Leeuwarden, a city with around 123,107 inhabitants. By the way, Friesland has an interesting history that dates back to the ancient Frisii, and even today the region plays an important role in Dutch tourism. This information is at Wikipedia to find.
The nominees in Friesland
Here are the five nominees from Friesland vying for visitors' votes:
- Verkeers- en Attractiepark Duinen Zathe (Appelscha) – Ein toller Ort für Familien mit vielen Aktivitäten, darunter ein Verkehrsparcours und Attraktionen wie die „Super Nova“.
- Thialf (Heerenveen) – Hier kann man auf dem gleichen Eis wie die Profis schlittern, was besonders für junge Eisläufer spannend ist.
- Openluchtmuseum ‘t Fiskershúske (Moddergat) – Ein Einblick in die alte Fischertradition Frieslands mit gemütlichen Spaziergängen.
- Natuurmuseum Fryslân (Leeuwarden) – Ein faszinierendes Naturmuseum mit interaktiven Ausstellungen über die Tierwelt der Niederlande.
- Aventoer (Burgum) – Ein Abenteuerpark mit Kletterwänden, Laserspielen und vielen anderen Spaßaktionen.
These five are just the tip of the iceberg; 15 other true treasures in Friesland are just waiting to be discovered!
Friesland is not only known for its excursion destinations, but also for its rich agricultural culture. The region is famous for its Frisian cattle and horses as well as its many windmills, which contribute to its cultural heritage. The vibrant local culture is rooted in the language: West Frisian is a real specialty with over 54% speakers, which sets Friesland apart from many other provinces. In addition, the folklore show such as the traditional Elfstedentocht, a famous speed skating event, has its origins here.
Voting is only open this week and it's definitely worth taking part. Who knows, perhaps we will soon be able to report on a new “best excursion destination” in Friesland that has taken the hearts of visitors by storm. So, join in and support your favorite cause – because every vote counts!