The provinces of Friesland and Groningen are fantastic to explore on foot of by bike. Winding paths lead you through meadows of grazing cows, sheep and horses. The scent of freshly mown grass lingers in the air as you pass views of blooming potato fields and crops gently swaying in the breeze.

Besides enjoying the endless landscape and beautiful nature, there is much more to see and discover. The countless centuries-old churches and restored windmills are well worth a visit. Check out route.nlfor inspiration, here you will find the most beautiful cycling routes in both Friesland and Groningen. Prefer to go out on foot? Click here for a beautiful walking route close by to Burum.

Nearby ‘De Grutte Earen’ flows the Lauwers River, which partly forms the border between the two Dutch provinces of Groningen and Friesland. If you follow the river north, it will take you to Lauwersmeer National ParkThis UNESCO world heritage site and nature reserve can be reached easily by car from ‘De Grutte Earen’ within 30 minutes. Should you want to go even further north, you can cross the Wadden Sea to the Island of Schiermonnikoog by ferry from Lauwersoog in forty-five minutes. Schiermonnikoog.

Taking a boat trip on the Lauwers River is, of course, also an option. In the picturesque fishing village of Zoutkamp, which borders Lauwersmeer National Park, Boat Hire you can take the helm yourself at Boat Hire Zoutkamp.

If the weather isn’t suitable for walking, cycling or boat trips, no problem! The fortified town of Dokkum on the Wadden Sea, and the provincial capital cities of Leeuwarden and Groningen are reasonably close by and
more than worth a visit.

If you don’t want the hassle of driving into the provincial capital cities and the cost of paid parking, taking the train is easy and reliable. The nearest train station is Buitenpost, just 6 kilometers from the campsite, which is
half a kilometer closer than the station in Grijpskerk. Both stations have free parking and are also easily accessible by bike.

For even more activities in Friesland, you can click on the links below for information.