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7-DAY CRUISING ROUTE
Discover the beauty of south-west Friesland on a relaxing boating holiday through a landscape of sparkling lakes, peaceful waterways and charming historic…
Discover the beauty of south-west Friesland on a relaxing boating holiday through a landscape of sparkling lakes, peaceful waterways and charming historic towns. Cruise past picturesque watersports villages, explore the famous Eleven Cities and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of harbours and waterside terraces. From the lively streets of Sneek to the historic charm of Workum and Stavoren, this route combines beautiful scenery, Frisian culture and plenty of opportunities to unwind.…
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.
Cruise via the Pikmeer and Sneekermeer to the lively waterside city of **Sneek**. It’s the perfect day to get familiar with your motor yacht and settle into life on the water. Sneek offers all the facilities you need, along with a welcoming harbour and plenty of places to relax ashore.
Overnight stay: Sneek
Make your way to **Bolsward** via the charming town of **IJlst**. Bolsward is one of Friesland’s historic Eleven Cities, with the impressive Martinikerk as one of its highlights. Along the way, IJlst is well worth a short stop to stretch your legs and explore its picturesque streets.
Cruise along the Frisian waterways to **Workum**, a charming town on the IJsselmeer. Workum is famous for the Jopie Huisman Museum and its traditional Frisian pottery. The harbour is located right on the IJsselmeer, offering beautiful views over the water.
Overnight stay: Workum
Enjoy a short cruise across the Frisian lakes to **Galamadammen**, a popular base for exploring the Fluessen and Heegermeer. Swim, sail or simply relax and take in the beautiful surroundings.
Overnight stay: Koudum
Cruise across the beautiful Fluessen to **Stavoren**, the oldest town in Friesland. Discover the famous legend of the Lady of Stavoren, which is deeply rooted in the town’s history. From Stavoren, you can also take the ferry to Enkhuizen across the IJsselmeer.
Cruise across the IJsselmeer and back into the heart of Friesland’s lake district towards **Heeg**. During the boating season, this lively watersports village buzzes with activity, with welcoming harbour cafés and a vibrant atmosphere along the waterfront.
On your final day, cruise back to **Grou** via the Heegermeer and Sneekermeer. A scenic finale to your journey along the IJsselmeer coast and through the beautiful Frisian lake district.
Overnight stay: Grou
Choose your travel dates and party size. We will then show suitable available motor yachts for this itinerary.
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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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