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Explore the picturesque towns of the Eleven Cities by (electric) bike. Of course, you can also choose a lovely route around the Fluessen or through the Gaasterbossen. Incidentally, vintage Volkswagen buses are available to hire in the village, and e-choppers and mopeds in the surrounding area. Please ask us about the options for bike hire and similar services.

Koudum is situated on the Fluessen and the Morra, and with so much water in the immediate vicinity, a day out on a boat is really a must when the weather is fine. There are several boat hire options in the village (including sailing boats, motorboats, small sloops and authentic Frisian skûtsjes). You can also take a boat tour in the area or hire stand-up paddleboards or canoes.

Are you an adrenaline junkie? Then why not go kitesurfing or windsurfing on the IJsselmeer? There are some fantastic spots nearby, such as the Mirnserklif, where there’s often plenty of wind. Book a beginner’s course or bring your own gear. Fancy something a bit more laid-back? How about stand-up paddleboarding on the Frisian lakes?

Take a walk or a cycle ride through the beautiful forests of Gaasterland, just a few kilometres away. In Mirns, you’ll find a unique spot: with the ancient Rijsterbos behind you, the IJsselmeer stretches out before you. Along the coastline, you’ll find various nature reserves and several small beaches, each with its own character. You could, for example, start in Mirns or Rijs, where you can end your walk on a sunny terrace for some refreshments.

Two fantastic UNESCO sites that are definitely worth a visit: the extraordinary Forest Pumping Station in Lemmer, the oldest working steam pumping station in the world. And the planetarium in Franeker, the oldest working planetarium in the world, built by Eise Eisinga. Lemmer and Franeker are also lovely places to visit, with plenty of restaurants, cafés and shops.

Will there ever be another Elfstedentocht? If so, you should definitely come to B&B Perruque, as we’re right on the route. Until then, you can feel like a true Frisian by lacing up your skates whenever the ice is thick enough. A visit to the Skating Museum – featuring all the ins and outs of the Elfstedentocht – in Hindeloopen is also well worth a visit.

Many people skip a visit to the Jopie Huisman Museum is not to be found in Workum. This remarkable Workum native – first a rag-and-bone man, later a painter – has his own magnificent museum. Furthermore, the aforementioned Skating Museum well worth a visit in Hindeloopen, but also the Hindeloopen Museum, while you're here anyway. The Maritime Museum in Sneek (great for the little ones too) is one of our personal favourites! Don’t forget the UNESCO gems. A little further on, on the Afsluitdijk, you’ll find the spectacular Casemate Museum. The ‘Make Museum’Museum Joure is also a special place. And there’s plenty more to discover – please ask us about the options.

A useful link to keep an eye on is the events calendar of the Waterland van Friesland Tourist Information Office, Here you’ll find lots of events in the Koudum area.

There are also plenty of markets and fairs during the high season; for more information, click here 

The Poiesz supermarket is within walking distance, on Hoofdstraat. On the same street, you’ll also find a bakery, a butcher’s, a greengrocer’s and an office/bookshop. There’s also a bicycle shop (Van der Bij), which also hires out bicycles. In the summer, the ice cream parlour often open (IJskoudum). On Tuesday afternoons there is a fish stall in the town centre and on Friday mornings there is a small market. Koudum also has a large thrift shop (On ‘e Nij) and a Welkoop, and there are two petrol stations. You’ll also find an art gallery on Hoofdstraat

There are several places to eat in the village: a (Turkish) pizzeria for collection, JP’s Kitchen for takeaway (including pizzas and main courses) and a snack bar (De King). We also have a pub-style restaurant at the end of Hoofdstraat: Spoorzicht Eatery, which is also a pub. Then there’s the Tarantella pub. There’s also a restaurant with a waterside terrace at the campsite de Kuilart, on the outskirts of the village.

Campsite de Kuilart has a range of facilities, such as a swimming pool (sometimes open to guests only), a bowling alley, a boules court and boat hire. However, there are several other options for boat hire in the village, such as Sloep2Go and Sloep@Rent.
In addition, we have a Pitch ’n Put golf course. Also worth noting: opposite our premises is a football pitch with a panna cage, which is usually easily accessible. Furthermore, the company rents out Vintage Ride including old Volkswagen vans in the village.
Are you a keen sports enthusiast who doesn’t want to miss a day at the gym? You can, because at Sport34 They also sell day passes. Fun fact: Iris teaches here. 😊

You can charge your electric bike in our bike shed, where it will also be sheltered. Do you have an electric car? We have a charging point available at a competitive rate; please ask us about the options. There is also a (double) charging point in the car park across the road (by the sports hall). There is even a fast charger available in the village.

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