Water Sports in Fryslân
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2019 Water sports in Fryslân Tips for sailing on the Frisian waters Table of Contents Welcome to a European top region Tourism is on the up. Last year we had a beautiful summer and the Nether- Welcome to a European top region 3 lands experienced the largest growth in tourism in the last ten years. In Frisian infrastructure: the facts 4 Fryslân, the Cultural Capital manifestation was reason for extra bustle. Not only because of the numerous special activities, but also because of new Sailing calling card celebrates its jubilee 5 destinations. Fryslân – land of water 7 The fountains of the Eleven Frisian Cities have proved themselves real Water calendar 8 attractions. The new visitor centre on the Afsluitdijk is also generating more Bridges and locks 12 visitors daily than expected. Experiences from other Cultural Capitals have Safely sailing together 13 shown that the crowds keep on coming in the first years after a celebratory year. We do not want this to stop after those years. Because there is more The Afsluitdijk 16 than enough to see and do here. Signage 18 It is not without reason that our province made third place in Lonely Planet’s Angling in Fryslân 19 list of European destinations not to miss. Naturally, the travel guide praised Supervision on the water 20 Fryslân as an attractive water sports’ region. Sailing across Fryslân 23 The advantage of our province is that, despite the increasing bustle, Electric boating 26 there is more than enough space for everyone. As recurrent water sports The Marrekrite recreational amenities board 28 enthusiast, you already know this. As newcomer to our province, you will Bird resting area 30 be experiencing it. Holwerd aan Zee 32 On behalf of all Frisians, I would like to wish you a pleasant stay in Fryslân. Safe swimming in open water 34 Anything you need to know about sailing can be found in this brochure. Swimming locations 36 In soad wetterwille tawinske! Have a great Working on beautiful waterways 38 time on the water! Important telephone numbers 39 Mei freonlike groetnis, Water Sport app 40 with kind regards, Drs. A.A.M. Brok The King's Commissioner for the Province of Fryslân 2 3 Frisian infrastructure: the facts* 6 aqueductsAn aqueduct is an 131 fixed bridges A bridge is artificial channel for conveying a construction where traffic water over a road or railway. can cross the water via a road. It depends on the height of the bridge 55 movable bridges A movable whether traffic can pass underneath. bridge can open and close, so After all, a fixed bridge cannot open. ships that are too tall to sail underneath a bridge can still pass the 21 locks A lock is a division of road. two waterways, with doors. It Sailing calling card celebrates its jubilee makes it possible to manipulate 198 fauna facilities A fauna the water level. Locks regulate the water The State Yacht Friso is the sailing calling card of the province of facility enables animals to level so ships can pass. Fryslân. This year, the magnificent boyer celebrates its jubilee. The safely reach the opposite side sailing ship was built in 1894 at Eeltsjebaes shipyard in Joure and of the road. Examples include badger 81 tunnels A tunnel runs underneath a was commissioned by the Queen’s commissioner at the time. The tunnels and wildlife crossings. road or railway. There are a Friso changed hands several times. total of 81 tunnels in Fryslân. In 1954 it was almost sold abroad. Frisian entrepreneurs and the 50 traffic control systems The smaller ones are meant Koninklijke Zeilvereeniging Oostergoo sailing association felt this A traffic control system (TCS) is for cyclists and pedestrians. would be a shame. They purchased the Friso and gave it to the pro- the technical name for ‘traffic vince to be used in the interest of Fryslân and the Frisian economy. lights’. A TCS controls the 18 viaducts A viaduct enables traffic to traffic based on optical signals: red, pass over a road, railway or Since then, the successive commissioners of the Queen and King and amber and green. other obstacle. the representatives have used the State Yacht as idyllic meeting venue for thousands of guests from home and abroad. About numerous subjects that concern Fryslân. Ministers open up as soon as they step on board, entrepreneurs immediately become hooked on the beauty of the Frisian waters. Carefree sailing in Fryslân The Province of Fryslân controls and manages multiple We provide for safe roads in Now that the State Yacht is 125 years old and has been serving as waters. The quality of our water and the accessibility of Fryslân. the province’s calling card for 65 years, there will be extra activities 2 our waterways are very important to us. That's why we • 7,273,100 m hard shoulders this year. The ship was present at the Boot Holland trade fair in improve shallow and narrow passages and raise bridges. • 120 kilometres service roads Leeuwarden. In May, tribute will be paid to the 1954 donation in • 850 kilometres nautical management of waterways • 188 kilometres cycling paths Grou. And the Friso can be admired at many locations all over the • 10,109 hectares nautical management of lakes • 526 kilometres carriage ways province. • 820 kilometres soil management of waterways • 820 kilometres ditches • 219 kilometres embankment management So, there is every chance you will be bumping into the birthday boyer on the Frisian water. * This concerns infrastructure that is managed by the province of Fryslân. 4 5 Fryslân – land of water In Fryslân, you can discover the waters in countless ways. You could go sailing with a traditional Frisian skûtsje or rent a sloop and sail through the canals of one of the eleven cities. There are many pos- sibilities to moor your boat in one of the beautiful Frisian harbours. Fancy a little bit more excitement? Then try something more extreme, like kitesurfing, surfing, flyboarding or wakeboarding. You can find various surf spots to enjoy the good weather through- out Fryslân. And on top of that, fans of stand-up paddleboarding (supping) can indulge in this sport as Leeuwarden is an emerging sup city. Nowadays, there is even a SUP 11-City Tour! You can find more information about all the water activities at www.friesland.nl. Renting a boat Just go to https://boothuren.friesland.nl. Here, you will find an overview of all the providers of boats that do not require a boat TIP ! licence. There is plenty to choose from and you can book directly! 6 7 Water Calendar Reuzedei 1 June 2019 – Akkrum Annually, the much-coveted title of the Dutch Solar Boat Champion- ships is battled for in Akkrum during Reuzedei. Around 7.30 in the evening, Akkrum is transformed into the Venice of the north. Bring your own boat or board someone else’s and enjoy the intimate mini concerts on the water. Small Sneek Week Sailing 2019 30 May to 2 June 2019 – Sneekermeer Every year, from Ascension Day, around 300 skippers sail for four days with their crew for the highest achievable sailing honours on the Sneekermeer (the Sneek Lake). Are you a fan of live music? Come to the Small Sneek Week on Friday for the clubbers night in the centre of Sneek. Lemster Visserijdagen (Lemmer Fishing Days) 21 to 23 June 2019 – Lemmer Welcome to the most beautiful water sports province of the Nether- During the Lemster Visserijdagen, Lemmer proudly hoists its sails. lands! Experience the beautiful water landscape and visit one of the Part of the festivities take place at the Lemmer marina. In the Fisker- many activities. In the Water Calendar, we list them all for you. haven (or Museum harbour) you will see many authentic Lemmer barges, with the historic Lemmer lock as a backdrop. The happy sounds of seamen’s shanties heighten the atmosphere in the village. Opening of the water sports season 13 April 2019 Open Frisian Dragon Boat Racing Championship On Saturday 13 April, the water sports season will start with a bang 22 June 2019 – Kollum in Fryslân! In different villages and towns, there will be activities on Spectacle, water, boats with people in bright colours, team spirit, and along the water. Why don’t you visit the water sports villages of competition, street theatre and music: just a few of the elements Grou and Terherne or go to the Fleet Day in Harlingen? which make the Dragon boat festival so attractive to participants and spectators alike. Every year the Dragon boat festival on the Skûtsjesilen in Langwar banks of the Kollum Canal is pure enjoyment. 13 and 14 April 2019 - Langweer Every year, the start of the ‘Skûtsje season’ takes place in Langweer. Sneekweek The best views of the sailing races are from the water. But, armed 3 to 8 August 2019 – Sneek with binoculars or excellent vision, you can follow the races from the The Sneek Week is the biggest and most fun inland water sailing shore too. Go into the village and enjoy the cosy atmosphere. event in Europe: the perfect combination of conviviality and 8 9 sportsmanship. During the day there is fanatic sailing on the Sneekermeer (the Sneek Lake). Afterwards there is conviviality on the island and in the city. Gondelvaart Aldeboarn Frisian Pole Vaulting Championship 30 August 2019 – Aldeboarn 10 August 2019 – Winsum With over 8,000 visitors, the Gondelvaart (Gondola Parade) in Apart from being a cultural sport, 'fierljeppen' (pole vaulting) is a Aldeboarn is one of the biggest cultural events on the water in the very athletic sport: very strenuous to do and spectacular to watch.