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E-bike oplaadpunt - RCN vakantiepark De Potten
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Welcome on board! The VaarHuizen are the most famous professionally sailing Houseboats in the Netherlands. In addition to a spacious front terrace on deck, this (especially) cozy VaarChalet has 4 sleeping places. Once inside, guests are quickly impressed by the space. In addition to the cozy wooden beam atmosphere, this VaarChalet has 220V electricity (like at home) with central heating, a bathroom with a shower, a separate toilet, a kitchen with a large refrigerator and a Nespresso coffee machine. View the floor plans and photos for a good impression on board.
Would you like to use a boat tour with our skipper? Unique, because with VaarHuis Vakanties you do not sail the boat yourself, but here you are sailed around with your own Houseboat. Ask the VaarHuis Crew about the possibilities! Do you want to sleep in and check out later? You can add these options to your reservation!
Location
These Houseboats are moored on open water at holiday park RCN de Potten, near Beachclub Sneek and the famous Sneekermeer. The cozy shopping village of Joure and the famous city of Sneek, also known as Snits, are just a 10-minute drive away. At RCN de Potten you can enjoy a wonderful view of one of the most iconic Frisian lakes. This top location is also located on beautiful cycling routes. At holiday park RCN de Potten you can easily rent bicycles and E-choppers. Would you rather go out on the water? Then rent a boat for a day of sailing or rent a SUP board. For children there is also plenty to do in the summer with club Sammy and his friends. Don't feel like cooking? Settle down in the Brasserie of the park, enjoy a snack or drink or visit the new pavilion of Beachclub Sneek across the road. For adventurers, the famous Starteiland is just a five-minute walk away, accessible by ferry. Or visit Strand Sneek for plenty of fun. In the immediate vicinity you will find activities for young and old. Be surprised by the water ski slope, cozy catering, the newest AquaPark and more. In Joure you will find a fantastic Subtropical Swimming Pool Swimfun... In short, a stay on board is an unforgettable experience for everyone in the heart of Friesland!
Special about this accommodation
The VaarChalet is moored at a beautiful spot on the lake at holiday park RCN de Potten. Our guests will of course be able to use all RCN facilities.
Important to know
Romantic, active, adventurous or just a 'zen' moment on a Houseboat? You've already figured it out, then the VaarHuis concept is really something for you. Unique in Friesland, because at VaarHuis Vakanties you don't rent a boat yourself, with us you are sailed by the VaarHuis Crew! You book for your stay on board a unique Houseboat on a basic accommodation arrangement. You will then be moored at a truly top location and you can book an additional sailing arrangement (not mandatory).
Please note: the location where the VaarChalet is located is Holiday Park RCN de Potten: De Potten 2-38, 8626 GG in Offingawier (near the Sneekermeer)
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Pingjum in puin
Pingjum in puin
Afgezien van een aantal spannende eerste oorlogsdagen in mei 1940 komt Pingjum rustig de bezetting door. In de aprildagen van 1945 verandert die situatie dramatisch. De terugtrekkende Duitse Wehrmacht vecht tegen het oprukkende Canadese leger met Pingjum als strijdtoneel...
Als in het voorjaar van 1945 duidelijk wordt dat de Duitse bezetter aan de verliezende hand is, vluchten veel leden van de Duitse Wehrmacht, landwachters en NSB’ers naar het westen. In Friesland begint op 12 april, vanaf oostelijke zijde een ‚grote trek‘ over de Afsluitdijk. Drie dagen later nestelt zich een groep Duitse scherpschutters in Pingjum. Ze moeten de Afsluitdijk met terugtrekkende Duitse troepen verdedigen tegen de oprukkende Canadese.
Witmarsum wordt op 16 april door de Canadezen bevrijd. In het nabijgelegen Pingjum weigeren de Duitse soldaten te capituleren. Daarop openen de Canadezen het vuur en leggen gedurende een nacht en een dag een tapijt aan mortiersplintergranaten over Pingjum. Het merendeel van de bevolking vlucht naar het naburige Arum dat reeds bevrijd is.
Wanneer de Duitsers een tweede ultimatum voor overgave negeren, volgt nog een aanval waarbij het dorp nagenoeg met de grond gelijkgemaakt wordt. Pas op 17 april rond half tien ‘s avonds arriveren de eerste groepen van de Queens Own Riffles of Canada en daarmee is het totaal gehavende Pingjum bevrijd.
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