Cycling from Franeker 46 km (5 Stars)

Franeker, Bolsward, Wommels

Franeker and Bolsward are two interesting stops on this cycle route through Friesland. Franeker is known for the Eise Eisinga Planetarium, the oldest working planetarium in the world. The city has a compact, historic city centre with canals and monumental buildings. From Franeker, the route takes you along quiet roads and open fields towards Bolsward. This Eleven Cities city has an impressive town hall from the 17th century and the Broerekerk, of which only the walls are still standing and which has now been given a special roof.

In addition to the urban variety, nature also comes into view with the Flietsterbosk and the Filenspolder. The Flietsterbosk is a young forest area with varied vegetation and quiet cycle paths. Here you can see various bird species and take a break in a natural environment. The route continues to the Filenspolder, a typical Frisian peat meadow area. This open landscape, crisscrossed by ditches and grass paths, gives a good impression of the traditional Frisian farmland.

The historic cities provide a glimpse into the Frisian heritage, while the surrounding nature reserves provide a peaceful break. That makes this route'something for everyone\\\'.