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7-DAY CRUISING ROUTE
Discover the beauty of south-east Friesland and the neighbouring province of Overijssel on a varied boating holiday through peaceful waterways, expansive lakes…
Discover the beauty of south-east Friesland and the neighbouring province of Overijssel on a varied boating holiday through peaceful waterways, expansive lakes and beautiful natural landscapes. Cruise past charming waterside villages, explore historic towns and experience the unique wetlands of the Weerribben-Wieden National Park. From picturesque harbours to inviting terraces and tranquil stretches of water, this route offers a wonderful mix of nature, culture and relaxation. Enjoy the freedom to…
Use the map as a visual guide. The exact day-to-day route stays flexible and depends on weather, pace and your stops along the way.
Your first day is a short and relaxing cruise via the Pikmeer and the River Boorne to **Akkrum** – the perfect warm-up for an adventurous week on the water. In Akkrum, you’ll find a good restaurant by the water, ideal for a pleasant first evening.
Overnight stay: Akkrum
Cruise along the Boornrivier and across the Tjeukemeer to **Echtenerbrug**. Keep an eye on the wind conditions, as the Tjeukemeer can become choppy in stronger winds. Echtenerbrug is an ideal starting point for continuing your journey towards Overijssel.
Overnight stay: Echtenerbrug
Cross the provincial border into Overijssel! Follow the River Linde to **Blokzijl**, a charming former fortified town with a fairytale atmosphere. With its historic harbour and picturesque streets, Blokzijl is a wonderful place to moor up and spend the night.
Overnight stay: Blokzijl
Welcome to the **Venice of the Netherlands**! Giethoorn is famous for its canals, charming bridges and thatched-roof farmhouses. This unique village is very popular, so be sure to reserve your mooring well in advance.
Overnight stay: Giethoorn
Cruise through the waterways of Overijssel to **Steenwijk**, a historic fortified town with a beautiful old town centre. The well-equipped marina offers excellent facilities, while the charming streets and inviting terraces are perfect for a relaxing stroll ashore.
Overnight stay: Steenwijk
Head back into Friesland via the River Linde. In **Woudsend**, you’ll be welcomed by a charming village with historic streets and a rich watersports tradition. It’s a longer day on the water, with a varied route and plenty of beautiful scenery along the way.
Overnight stay: Woudsend
On your final day, cruise back to **Grou** via the Sneekermeer. Enjoy one last stretch on the water as you bring your adventurous journey through two provinces to a memorable close.
Choose your travel dates and party size. We will then show suitable available motor yachts for this itinerary.
Plan your boating holiday
Practical answers about sailing without a licence, departure from Grou and choosing the right motor yacht.
Because of allergies, pets are not allowed on board.
Yes. Friesland has many free mooring places operated by Marrekrite, where you can moor your motor yacht at no charge. These mooring places are often located in the middle of nature and are ideal if you want to spend the night peacefully by the water.
You can order a Marrekrite flag directly with your booking at HW Yachtcharter. This allows you to use the free Marrekrite mooring places during your stay.
At a regular Marrekrite mooring place, you can stay for a maximum of three days at the same location. You can also make use of marinas and visitor harbours. These usually charge a mooring fee, but often provide facilities such as shore power, sanitary facilities and water.
Mooring at marinas during the day is generally free. Some harbours charge a small fee for daytime mooring. At most harbours, a mooring fee applies from 4:00 pm onwards.
With several motor yachts from HW Yachtcharter, it is possible to sail on the IJsselmeer in winds of up to force 4 Bft. However, prior permission from HW Yachtcharter is required.
The IJsselmeer requires more experience and preparation than the sheltered Frisian inland waterways. Wind, waves and weather conditions have a greater influence on boating. We therefore assess in advance whether your experience and the conditions are suitable.
Would you like to sail from Friesland towards Enkhuizen during your boating holiday, for example? Please discuss this with us in advance so that we can assess together what is possible.
Almost all bridges and locks in Friesland are operated daily during the boating season. More and more bridges are operated remotely, which means you can often simply continue once the bridge operator has seen your boat on the camera.
In 2027, the official boating season in Friesland runs from 22 March through 31 October. Always check the current operating times and any closures along the way. When planning your route, also take into account the clearance height of your motor yacht.
For a relaxing boating holiday, we generally recommend cruising for around 3 to 5 hours per day. The number of kilometres you cover depends on the route, your cruising speed and the number of bridges and locks along the way.
Try not to cover as many kilometres as possible. The real appeal of a boating holiday lies in the variety of cruising, mooring, visiting villages and enjoying the Frisian lakes. For a one-week holiday, we therefore recommend choosing a route that leaves enough time to stay longer somewhere along the way spontaneously–>
The price of renting a motor yacht in Friesland depends on the type of motor yacht, the rental period, the season and the number of people. A smaller motor yacht for two people is more affordable than a spacious yacht with multiple cabins and bathrooms for a larger group.
On our search and booking page, you can enter your preferred arrival and departure dates and the number of people. You will then immediately see which motor yachts are available for your chosen period and what the rental price is.
Please also take into account any additional costs, such as fuel, harbour fees and selected extras.
Not sure which boat suits you best, or do you have a question about the cruising routes? We're happy to help — personally, no obligations.
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