Discover Leeuwarden

City trip

Court Leeuwarden has a historic center with over 500 monuments. At almost every street corner, you will find something special. Poetry, historical highlights, and memories of the strong bond with the Nassau family. You can see it all in Leeuwarden. Walk through the old streets, take a boat trip through the beautiful canals, or go for a day out to Aquazoo Leeuwarden.

Routes and prams

In Leeuwarden, you can take various city walks. The city has developed several routes, including the Leeuwarden route, the monuments route, and the Nassau route. At a pleasant pace, you will learn everything about the city. But you can also take a canal cruise and discover Leeuwarden from the water. Even more fun: let yourself be sailed through the canals in a pram. The literal highlight of Leeuwarden is the Oldehove. From this 40-meter high tower, you have a beautiful view over the city.

Most fun shopping street in the Netherlands

In the Waag on the Nieuwestad, you can learn everything about the trade history of Leeuwarden. Here, merchants had their goods weighed. Also, visit the Kanselarij. Especially the facade of this Gothic building is impressive. For shoppers, Leeuwarden also has a lot to offer. Besides the well-known chains, you will find nice boutiques and exclusive fashion stores in Sint Jacobsstraat. The Kleine Kerkstraat was voted the most fun shopping street in the Netherlands in 2010. And you can feel that in the characteristic shops.

Planning to visit Leeuwarden? Complete the outing with an overnight stay in one of the Van der Valk hotels or take advantage of the offer below.