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LF Frisian Coast and Middelzee weekend route

(145.0 km)

Yet to make plans for the weekend? Why not set off with your touring bike or e-bike and spend the weekend cycling this 145-kilometre route along the Frisian coast and through the Middelzee area.

This varied cycling route leads through the Wadden Sea UNESCO World Heritage Site and along the banks of the former Middelzee estuary, now the green heart of Friesland.

The route will take you across an old sea bed, through ancient mound villages, along the banks of Frisian waterways and lakes and through countryside known for its meadow birds. More than enough natural beauty and cultural heritage to delight both nature lovers and culture lovers!

You can start cycling the route at any junction. Park at one of the Tourist Transfer Points (TOP). 

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Yet to make plans for the weekend? Why not set off with your touring bike or e-bike and spend the weekend cycling this 145-kilometre route along the Frisian coast and through the Middelzee area.

This varied cycling route leads through the Wadden Sea UNESCO World Heritage Site and along the banks of the former Middelzee estuary, now the green heart of Friesland.

The route will take you across an old sea bed, through ancient mound villages, along the banks of Frisian waterways and lakes and through countryside known for its meadow birds. More than enough natural beauty and cultural heritage to delight both nature lovers and culture lovers!

You can start cycling the route at any junction. Park at one of the Tourist Transfer Points (TOP). 

This route is one of the long-distance weekend routes mapped by Landelijk Fietsplatform, a national organisation that promotes recreational cycling. Part of it runs along the LF Coastal Route. Stay at a charming B&B or stop at a campsite along the way.  

You may be interested to know that this route is also part of the Klooster Claercamppad pilgrimage trail. 

Sights on this route

Starting point:

Oldehoofsterkerkhof 3
8911 DM Leeuwarden
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Oldehove

The Oldehove has been standing since 1529 and is leans even more than the Tower of Pisa! You can admire it from the inside as well as outside. The elevator, built in 2011, takes you to the first floor, and from there you will have to conquer the spiral staircase to the roof.

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Dekema State

Dekema State was originally a noble residence, where several families lived until 1996. The noble residence and the gardens are now open to the public.

Dekema State
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Vlaskamp Garden

The garden at the Doktershûs in Stiens was designed by Gerrit Vlaskamp in 1868. It's known for its beautiful flowers, and is a unique 'slingertuin', made in the English style.

Vlaskamp Garden
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Sint Vituskerk Feinsum

Waarschijnlijk is Feinsum ontstaan rond een buitenverblijf van klooster Mariëngaarde in het nabijgelegen Hallum. Al in de dertiende eeuw werd de huidige Sint Vituskerk op de terp van Feinsum als romaans kerkje gebouwd.

Sint Vituskerk Feinsum Sint Vituskerk Feinsum
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Dijktempel (dike temple) at Marrum

This spectacular work of art by Ids Willemsma is a great place to land. It is described as a ‘Dike Temple’. But what is it really?

Dijktempel (dike temple) at Marrum Dijktempel Marrum
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Noarderleech Visitor Centre

If you plan to hike through the Noard-Fryslân Bûtendyks salt marshes, be sure to start at the Noarderleech Visitor Centre to make the most of your visit. The centre informs visitors about the nature and history of the coastal landscape of North Friesland.

Noarderleech Visitor Centre
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Zwarte Haan - Vogelkijkpunt

Kwelders en polders met veel vogels.

Zwarte Haan - Vogelkijkpunt
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Lauta state

In het dorpje Wier bouwde de familie Lauta eerst een stins, die enkele eeuwen daarna met een luxe state werd uitgebreid. Woedende dorpsbewoners staken de state in brand, alleen de contouren van het terrein zijn nog te zien.

Lauta state Lauta state toren Wier
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Dome church Berlikum

Koepelkerk in Berltsum, both the church and the organ are national monuments.

Dome church Berlikum Koepelkerk Berlikum
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Poldermolen de Kievit

De Kievit werd in 1802 gebouwd voor de bemaling van de 265 ha grote Berlikumerpolder, waarbij hij zowel kon inmalen als uitmalen. De molen staat op particulier terrein en is alleen te bezichtigen wanneer hij draait en op afspraak.

Poldermolen de Kievit
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Poptaslot of Heringastate

Poptaslot, the jewel among the Frisian Stinzen, called, to the last States and occupant, the wealthy lawyer Dr. Henricus Popta. From his death in 1712 the estate with gardens, canals and ports increasingly managed by 4 guardians. The decor is still m...

Poptaslot of Heringastate Poptaslot voortuin
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Sint Margaretakerk Boksum

Deze Romano-gotische kerk uit uit de twaalfde eeuw is gebouwd bovenop de terp van Boksum, met daarom heen een kerkhof met leilinden omringd.

Sint Margaretakerk Boksum kerk Boksum
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Redbadtsjerke Jorwert

The Redbadtsjerke in Jorwert has been owned by the Foundation Alde Fryske Tsjerken since 1994. The volunteers of this committee manage and rent out the Redbadtsjerke to, among others, musical groups and individuals. The church also serves as a wedding venue.

Redbadtsjerke Jorwert Jortwert Kerk exterieur
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Brouwerij Tsjerkebier

Bezoek onze mooie en gezellige brouwerij voor een rondleiding met uitleg van het brouwproces. Aansluitend een proeverij van onze bieren met Friese lekkernijen uit de streek.

Brouwerij Tsjerkebier
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Theetuin en minicamping de Dille

Unieke pleisterplaats aan de Elfstedenroute, tussen Leeuwarden en Sneek. Onze theetuin is gelegen aan de Zwette, in het midden van Friesland. De minicamping ligt aan het water, u kunt hier uw hengeltje uitgooien of een lekkere duik nemen.

Theetuin en minicamping de Dille
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Slachtedijk Dike

The Slachtedijk is a former sea wall that winds its way from the village of Oosterbierum on the Wadden Sea coast to the village of Raerd. This ancient dike is 42 kilometres long. For centuries, it protected a large area of northwest Friesland.

Slachtedijk Dike Slachtedyk bij Boazum
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Broerekerk (church)

The Broerekerk was built in the 13th century as a monastery church of the Friars Minor. The monastery was abandoned and demolished in 1580. The three-aisled church without a tower is a ruin as a result of a fire that took place on 8 May 1980.

Broerekerk (church)

Cultuur Historisch Centrum 'De Tiid'

Museum De Tiid, in the former historic town hall in Bolsward, shows the fascinating history of Southwest Fryslân. Take your time for the interactive presentations and feast your eyes in the photogenic council chamber, on the steps and in the city hall tow

Cultuur Historisch Centrum 'De Tiid'
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Fyftjin en Fierder

Fyftjin en Fierder is een kunstwerk van de hand van Pieter Jan Stallen. Het werk gaat over historie én toekomst van de Elfstedentocht, heel nadrukkelijk over allebei!

Fyftjin en Fierder

Hempolders

In the area between Bolsward and Raerd, the Frisian Hempolders emerged from the twelfth century on the southern side of the silted-up Middelzee.

Hempolders Hemdijken bij IJlst
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De Thaborhoeve

Landelijke mini-camping met wijngaard aan het water, net buiten Sneek. Op deze bijzondere locatie kun je genieten van de rust en de ruimte van het Friese landschap met haar prachtige vergezichten.

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Epemastate

Epemastate
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The Swette

The Swette was dug as a drainage and boundary ditch between the regions of Oostergo and Westergo after the Middelzee had silted up.

The Swette De Swette bij Scharnegoutum
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Park Jongemastate

“Ik voel mij soms net een schatzoeker, zegt vrijwilligster Alice Jongbloed. Elk voorjaar word ik weer verrast door de mooie stinzenplanten. Is het niet prachtig?” Het kleine park is een uitzonderlijke verschijning in het Friese Landschap. Mid...

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Fries Landbouwmuseum (Frisian Agricultural Museum)

Friesland has been an agricultural province for centuries. Since time immemorial, farmers have kept livestock and worked the land. In the Frisian Agricultural Museum, you (re)experience the valuable traces that all those agricultural activities have...

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City Park and Marina De Prinsentuin

In 1648, a park/pleasure garden was constructed on this site by order of Prince Willem Frederik of Nassau. A tribute to the end of the 80 years war and the peace of Münster. This part of the city would remain closed to the public for another 150 years.

City Park and Marina De Prinsentuin

End point:

Oldehoofsterkerkhof 3
8911 DM Leeuwarden
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Directions

Starting point:

Oldehoofsterkerkhof 3
8911 DM Leeuwarden
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P+R Transferium Kalverdijkje is een gratis parkeergelegenheid aan de oostkant van Leeuwarden. Er rijden bussen vanaf dit transferium naar het centrum van Leeuwarden.

End point:

Oldehoofsterkerkhof 3
8911 DM Leeuwarden
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