Franekeradeel

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Franeker is a interesting litte town with a rich history. "downtown" you will find the the world's oldest functioning planetarium. It was build by Eise Eisinga in his living room, partly to prove the end of the world was not near at all. Although Eisinga was a patriot in 1787 (not a fan of kings), his house is now a official government (and royal) monument. http://www.planetarium-friesland.nl/en
Franeker is a interesting litte town with a rich history. "downtown" you will find the the world's oldest functioning planetarium. It was build by Eise Eisinga in his living room, partly to prove the end of the world was not near at all. Although Eisinga was a patriot in 1787 (not a fan of kings), his house is now a official government (and royal) monument. http://www.planetarium-friesland.nl/en
City hall of Franeker, one of 11 towns of Friesland. It once housed the second Protestant university of the Netherlands.
De Martinastins ("stins" meaning"stone house" or "estate housing the city museum of Franeker. This is the back side with a park, the front now faces the main street.

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Farmguesthouse jetske, located at a dairy farm with a view and a private jacuzzi.

Farmguesthouse jetske, located at a dairy farm with a view and a private jacuzzi.

Hitzum FR
Stay at this cottage in Hitzum. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room jetted tubs. Popular attractions Museum Martena and Kaatsmuseum are located nearby.
6.2/10 (12 reviews)
Alles okay. Schöne und ruhige Lage.

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

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Farmguesthouse jetske, located at a dairy farm with a view and a private jacuzzi.
Vacation home 47: 5p, garden, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea

Vacation home 47: 5p, garden, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea

Tzummarum FR
Stay at this vacation home in Tzummarum. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Partycentrum Bloemketerp and Eise Eisinga Planetarium ...
8/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
Just ok
Smelled like somone was smoking inside just before we got there. Blankets had obvious stains on them. Double bed was 2 nylon covered mattresses pushed together. Made for a very uncomfortable night.

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024

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Vacation home 47: 5p, garden, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea
Vacation home 115 with garden, 4p, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea

Vacation home 115 with garden, 4p, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea

Tzummarum FR
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Tzummarum. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Partycentrum Bloemketerp ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
Stay was fine
Accommodation was fine. Lovely little pub 5 min walk from property. Only problem was getting the key from reception as they said didn't seem to know we were arriving. They also couldn't find the key after speaking to the owner, eventually gave me the spare key but it was a bit stressful at the time. ...

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2023

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Vacation home 115 with garden, 4p, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea
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Farmguesthouse jetske, located at a dairy farm with a view and a private jacuzzi.

Farmguesthouse jetske, located at a dairy farm with a view and a private jacuzzi.

Hitzum FR
Stay at this cottage in Hitzum. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room jetted tubs. Popular attractions Museum Martena and Kaatsmuseum are located nearby.
6.2/10 (12 reviews)
Alles okay. Schöne und ruhige Lage.

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Farmguesthouse jetske, located at a dairy farm with a view and a private jacuzzi.
Vacation home 115 with garden, 4p, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea

Vacation home 115 with garden, 4p, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea

Tzummarum FR
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Tzummarum. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Partycentrum Bloemketerp ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
Stay was fine
Accommodation was fine. Lovely little pub 5 min walk from property. Only problem was getting the key from reception as they said didn't seem to know we were arriving. They also couldn't find the key after speaking to the owner, eventually gave me the spare key but it was a bit stressful at the time. ...

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2023

Vacation home 115 with garden, 4p, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea
Vacation home 47: 5p, garden, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea

Vacation home 47: 5p, garden, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea

Tzummarum FR
Stay at this vacation home in Tzummarum. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Partycentrum Bloemketerp and Eise Eisinga Planetarium ...
8/10 Very Good! (51 reviews)
Just ok
Smelled like somone was smoking inside just before we got there. Blankets had obvious stains on them. Double bed was 2 nylon covered mattresses pushed together. Made for a very uncomfortable night.

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024

Vacation home 47: 5p, garden, Franeker, Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Wadden Sea
See all properties in Franekeradeel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Eise Eisinga Planetarium

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Eise Eisinga Planetarium during your stay in Franeker. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

Eise Eisinga Planetarium

Partycentrum Bloemketerp

Enjoy a stop at Partycentrum Bloemketerp, an entertaining place to visit in Franeker. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's countryside.

Partycentrum Bloemketerp

Museum Martena

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum Martena during your trip to Franeker. Take in the museums and countryside in the area.

Museum Martena

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Franeker is a interesting litte town with a rich history. "downtown" you will find the the world's oldest functioning planetarium. It was build by Eise Eisinga in his living room, partly to prove the end of the world was not near at all. Although Eisinga was a patriot in 1787 (not a fan of kings), his house is now a official government (and royal) monument. http://www.planetarium-friesland.nl/en

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