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Boating Vacation in Friesland
  • Located in Balk, on the Slotermeer
  • Cottages suitable for up to 6 people
  • With its own marina for guests

A Boating Vacation in Friesland

Experience the ultimate freedom of a boating vacation in Friesland right from our resort on Slotermeer. Thanks to our private marina, your boat is always just around the corner, but you can just as easily rent a sloop from our boat rental service at the park. So you can set sail right from our resort out onto open water to explore the Frisian Lakes. Whether you set course for charming water sports villages or prefer to seek peace and quiet in nature, everything is accessible from the dock. After a day on the water, you’ll return home to your comfortable vacation home for a relaxing evening by the water.

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Your Accommodations During Your Boating Vacation in Friesland

Make your boating vacation in Friesland complete with a stay in our modern vacation homes, which accommodate up to 6 people. After an active day on the Frisian Lakes, you can fully unwind in the comfortable living area or on your own terrace with patio furniture. In your fully equipped kitchen, you can enjoy a delicious home-cooked dinner or a hearty breakfast to get your day on the water off to a great start. For those who want to enjoy a little extra luxury, there are vacation homes with a private hot tub.

In short:

  • Homes for up to 6 people
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Patio with patio furniture
  • Optional with a private hot tub

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Discover Friesland from the water

Boating Routes ■ Frisian Cities ■ Nature

From our resort on the Slotermeer, the most diverse boating area in the Netherlands is literally at your feet. Whether you’re an experienced boater looking to tackle the larger lakes or someone renting a boat at our resort and taking the helm for the first time for a relaxing cruise, our central location makes our resort the perfect base for your boating vacation in Friesland.

    Endless sailing routes

    From the dock, you’ll head straight out onto the Slotermeer toward the Heegermeer or the famous Luts, passing through the forests of Gaasterland. With the Frisian Lakes as your backyard, you’ll never run out of places to explore during your boating vacation in Friesland.

    Mooring in Frisian Cities

    Visit historic towns such as Sloten, IJlst, or Sneek, which are at their most beautiful when viewed from the water. Moor your boat at one of the many visitor docks to enjoy a cozy terrace by the canal or take a stroll through the quaint streets.

    Water Activities

    Explore the reed beds from a SUP board, cast your fishing line, or hoist the sails when the wind picks up. For those who prefer to stretch their legs, the dikes surrounding the lakes offer beautiful walking and biking trails with sweeping views.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I rent a boat at your vacation park?

Absolutely! You don’t need to own a boat to enjoy a boating vacation at our resort. Thanks to our boat rental service at the park, you can easily rent a rowboat. For most of our rental boats, you don’t need a boating license, so you can set out onto Slotermeer right from the dock.

Are pets allowed at your vacation park?

Absolutely! Your four-legged friend is more than welcome in several vacation homes at our park for a wonderful boating vacation in Friesland. You may bring up to 2 pets per stay. When you book, simply let us know that your dog is coming along on the adventure, and we’ll immediately select the perfect vacation home for both of you.