Camping in Friesland

Vast moors, the water-rich marshland and the fascinating Wadden Sea on the North Sea coast: camping in Friesland promises a carefree holiday feeling in beautiful nature. Families feel particularly at home on the gently sloping beaches of the Jade Bay, where they can enjoy a relaxing beach holiday during the summer months. When camping with your dog, the pet-friendly campsites in Friesland are excellent starting points for long walks on the mudflats or hikes through the famous salt marshes.

Camping in Friesland: all important information at a glance

Whether in the immediate vicinity of the Wadden Sea UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a quiet pitch in the forest or inland, there is a wide choice of camping sites in Friesland. But all campsites have one thing in common: numerous leisure activities.

Camping in Friesland near Dangast on the Jade Bay, for example, is located right next to a lido where families like to meet up. There is also the option of launching your own boats in Dangast harbour.

The Königssee near Zetel is also a great holiday destination for active people and families. As at many other campsites in Friesland, dogs are also very welcome here. You can cycle directly from the campsite at Königssee on the 42-kilometre-long moorland tour through the unique landscape.

The facilities on the pitches are generally good. Comfort pitches are available almost everywhere, and you can also stay in rental accommodation, mobile homes, holiday flats or bungalows at most campsites. If you are camping with a tent, you will find the perfect dream destination to switch off at one of the many nature campsites.

Campsites in Friesland

Here is a selection of the most popular campsites in Friesland

Vakantiepark De Kuilart

A great 5-star campsite with a huge range of leisure activities and plenty of opportunities for water sports. The site offers boat hire and sailing courses as well as a large indoor swimming pool with water slide. To make sure the kids don't get bored, the entertainment team provides a wide range of leisure activities for fun and variety.

Camping It Soal Workum

Spacious 4-star campsite on an 800 metre long sandy beach on the Ijsselmeer near Workum. Thanks to the gently sloping beach, the site is ideal for families and is also ideal for sporting activities such as windsurfing and kitesurfing. You can camp on standard or comfort pitches or in cosy chalets. There are also special areas for campers with dogs.

Camping Hindeloopen

Cosy and child-friendly campsite behind the IJsselmeer dyke. There are pitches for both caravans and motorhomes, and some pitches have direct access to a children's playground. Those travelling without a motorhome can stay in sleeping huts, chalets or the luxurious "outdoor living lodges". A mini-market and a restaurant round off the facilities.

Camping Cnossen Leekstermeer

The very spacious pitches are the highlight of this beautiful campsite by the water near Drenthe. Alternatively, you can also stay in one of the 6 beautiful holiday homes or in a fully-equipped glamping tent. There is a boat hire service on the campsite for exploring the Leekstermeer by water. Beginners can take their first steps in the sailing shoes.

Activities and excursions in Friesland

Friesland offers many opportunities to spend a relaxing holiday by the sea: Hiking in the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site, water sports or a visit to the European Capital of Culture 2018.

Wadden hikes

A camping holiday in Friesland is a unique opportunity to get to know the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site up close. During low tide, holidaymakers can walk across the seabed and observe a fascinating habitat. Tours to the West Frisian islands of Ameland, Schiermonnikoog, Rottumerplaat, Terschelling and Texel are possible from Friesland.

Beach walks

If you're not in the mood for swimming or mudflats, you can take a relaxing walk along the beach. The dykes in particular offer great views of the North Sea, the salt marshes and the unique marshland landscape along the coast.

Excursion to Leuwaarden

Leuwaarden is the capital of the province of Friesland and was the European Capital of Culture in 2018. The traditional provincial town is the perfect destination for a day trip. The historic streets of the old town centre are a great place to stroll and shop. Boat tours on the canals, the impressive museum harbour and over 600 monuments await holidaymakers who are keen to explore.

Water sports in Friesland

Friesland is the perfect place for anyone who wants to do lots of water sports on their camping holiday. With its countless canals, lakes and waterways, the province offers the best conditions for canoeing, sailing or boat trips. Boat hire centres can be found almost everywhere. You can also go kitesurfing and wakeboarding on the coast. The town of Makkum is a surfer's paradise.

Lauwersmeer National Park

The Lauwersmeer National Park on the border with Groningen is a paradise for nature lovers. The vast wilderness consists of meadows, forests, islands and extensive reed beds. A visit is particularly worthwhile in spring and autumn. Then you can watch thousands of migratory birds - and with a bit of luck you might even spot a sea eagle.

Weather and best time to go on a camping holiday in Friesland

As there is always a fresh breeze in Friesland, the weather is ideal for an active holiday even in midsummer with temperatures of around 20 degrees Celsius. The constant wind on the coast creates ideal conditions for sailing and surfing. You can always expect a shower from time to time, so it's worth taking rainwear with you when camping in Friesland at any time of year.

In the most holiday-friendly months of May to August, the sun shines for around six hours a day. This is also when the air warms up considerably. Guests can cool off on hot days in the North Sea. On the coast, the water rarely gets warmer than 20 degrees, even during hot spells.