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Butter village of Balk

  • Balk

    een sloep die in de gracht van balk vaart.

The little river of Luts, famous for the Elfstedentocht, flows through the centre of Balk. This makes Balk a lively water sports location, with its fun waterside cafés, shops and passing boats. In the 18th century, this village was known for its butter trade throughout the Zuidwesthoek, an area in the south-western part of Friesland. The historic village centre, with monumental buildings close to Slotermeer lake, has been designated a protected heritage village.

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“ THE VILLAGE OF BALK PROBABLY LEFT THE MOST LASTING IMPRESSION ON ME. BALK IS VERY MUCH ALIVE! ”

Lynn van Belvilla

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THE LUTS

The Luts (sometimes also called the Lits) is an important part of the Elfstedentocht. In summer months however, it's a beautiful sailing area. The river runs from Slotermeer lake to Balk and on to the Holken, which in turn is part of the Heegermeer and Fluessen lakes. When sailing on the Luts, you'll pass not only the city of Sloten but also some amazing countryside. On the last Thursday of August, the traditional Gondelvaart regatta is held in Balk. Around the Luts in the centre, it's party time thanks to the numerous oompah bands.

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Een gracht in balk met aan de zijkant bomen allemaal sloepen met gekleurde lichten ook wel "gondelvaart balk" genoemd

  • Balk tourist information centre

    Balk tourist information centre

    At the tourist information centre in Balk, you'll always get personal advice from a local. So ask them anything you want to know about all the experiences of Southwest Friesland. At the same time, pick up your free inspirational magazine and the newspaper full of events and stories.

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  • Village walk along the Luts

    Village walk along the Luts twee leeuwenkoppen op een gevel in balk.

    On request, you can enjoy a guided tour. During this interesting village walk along the Luts, you'll hear all about the history of the village of Balk, its beautiful old buildings and its history of butter trade. You could follow it up with a nice cup of coffee/tea and a piece of butter cake in the Bûterhûs (butter house) in Balk. The guided tours start from and can be booked at the Bûterhûs.

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  • Beurtveer ferry

    Beurtveer ferry een vrouw en een man die hun fiets op een boot proberen te tillen in balk.

    From May through September, the Aleida Hendrika, a converted flat-bottomed skûtsje sailing boat, provides a ferry service between Heeg and Balk. This is your opportunity to become acquainted with skûtsje sailing while enjoying the fantastic surroundings, with an explanation from your skipper. Would you like to lend a hand? It's always welcome!

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