Leeuwarden (or Ljouwert in Frisian) is the capital of Fryslân. The city of female spy Mata Hari, poet Slauerhof and artist/painter Escher. The city with a royal touch.

For many years, the royal family of Nassau was running the show in the capital and they left behind many monuments. Experience the exceptional craft shops in the narrow streets. Sit on a pavement watching the world go by. That's the beauty of Leeuwarden!
The Nassau route will show you the rich history of the royals through the palace Princessehof, ‘Prinsentuin' (garden of the prince), Hotel Palace ‘het Stadhouderlijkhof' and the Grote- of Jacobijnerkerk (church). Don't forget to look down during your expedition. Poetry is on the streets! Climb the stairs of the "Oldehove", the Frisian tower of Pisa. With a clear sky you can even see the Wadden Islands! Enjoy the breathtaking view.

The historical centre of Leeuwarden is the place to be for a shopping spree. The narrow shopping streets give a variety of old crafts and modern lifestyle and interior shops. Sit on a pavement and watch the people go by. Have a drink or stroll through the old narrow streets and along the city canals. Don't forget to visit the Prinsentuin, a park and harbor in the city centre.

Around Leeuwarden you can visit residences of the noble families and patrician mansions. See how they lived many years ago. Enjoy the tour!

100 year anniversary Eleven City Tour
2009 is the year of the 100 year existence of the eleven city tour on ice. The first official eleven city tour was skated in 1909. The whole year will be full of activities in each of the eleven cities.
Leeuwarden will be turned into a true winter paradise. During the WinterFestival the square at Oldehoofsterkerkhof has changed into a large ice-skating area. Around it are bars & restaurants which serve hot chocolate, dutch pea soup and local delicacies.
Frost or not, in 2009 it is festive in Friesland!

Your hotel in Leeuwarden will be a 3* or 4* hotel. Price includes tax and breakfast. We have selected hotels with a friendly staff, good service and comfortable rooms with private shower and/or bath. The hotels are situated in the city center which makes you close to shops, restaurant, bars, the main tourist attractions and public transport.