Who doesn’t know them? The Frisian 11 cities, each with great historical significance. The 11-city skating race is the most legendary route in Friesland. This iconic skating marathon hasn’t been organized for many years now. But, you can cross these beautiful cities by bike!

Follow the footsteps of the legendary skaters and explore the beautiful 11 cities of Friesland. The 11-city skating race is one of the most iconic events in the Netherlands.

During this cycling holiday you will pass beautiful historic cities and picturesque landscapes. Enjoy a walk along the canals, admire the beautiful architecture and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere.

Explore the picturesque Frisian villages and the landscape with its many lakes by bike, while enjoying the peace and space of the countryside. Try the local specialties, such as cinnamon bread, Frisian Dumkes and Beerenburg.

11fountains
Since 2018, each of the eleven cities has a unique fountain: 11fountains. These unique water works were created by 11 internationally renowned artists and placed in the center of the cultural-historical cities of Friesland. Each city has its own theme: fog, ice, steam, sea water….Discover it for yourself during this cycling holiday through Friesland!

The 11 cities

- Leeuwarden
- Sneek
- IJlst
- Sloten
- Hindeloopen
- Workum
- Stavoren
- Bolsward
- Franeker
- Harlingen
- Dokkum

Accommodations

Hotel Gaasterland *** | Rijs
This hotel is located at the ancient Rijsterbos, a beautiful location near the Ijsselmeer. It is easily accessible. The cosy hotel offers 70 spacious rooms with comfortable beds, toilet, shower, TV and telephone. The restaurant serves a delicious 3-course dinner. Free parking places.

Hotel Restaurant Boschlust *** | Oudemirdum
Family hotel Boschlust is located in the centre of Oudemirdum, in the middle of the hilly Gaasterland, one of the most beautiful cycling- and walking areas of the Netherlands. Numerous routes lead you through the forests, meadows and Frisian lakes, the Ijsselmeer and the cosy and attractive 11-cities. All 16 hotel rooms have a modern interior and a shower, toilet and TV. The suites have a bathtub and a private terrace or balcony. The hotel has a beautiful terrace at the square, where you can enjoy the cosy centre of Oudemirdum while enjoying snacks & drinks.

Logement 3B *** | Sneek
This hotel is located in the centre of Sneek. Thanks to this central location, you can enjoy beautiful cycling tours and discover the bustling centre of Sneek. The hotel offers 17 beautiful rooms, with a private bathroom with shower and toilet and comfortable beds. Free WiFi. Unfortunately, pets are not allowed. For a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner, you have come to the right address. You can relax and enjoy drinks and snacks in the cosy restaurant, bar and lounge. Free public parking places, approx. 300m from the hotel.

Hotel Restaurant ’t Heerenlogement *** | Harlingen
The historic Hotel Restaurant ’t Heerenlogement in Harlingen with many characteristic details is located in a central location, in the middle of this Frisian port. All rooms have comfortable boxspring beds, a private bathroom with toilet, a sitting area and a TV. The rooms can only be reached by stairs. Are you disabled? The hotel also has two rooms on the ground floor. Please enter during reservation. In the morning you can enjoy a fantastic breakfast in Restaurant The Swan. In the evening you can also enjoy your dinner here. The hotel offers parking places € 5,00 per day.

Hotel De Posthoorn *** | Dokkum
This family hotel is located in the historic city Dokkum. The hotel has 34 rooms, of which15 rooms are located in the Pakhuis and 3 rooms in the Halve Maen, both 25m from the main building. The hotel doesn’t have an elevator. A couple of rooms are located on the ground floor. All rooms have an own bathroom with toilet, shower and/or bathtub. You can enjoy a delicious dinner in the beautiful, attractive restaurant or, in case of nice weather, on the terrace. Free public parking places 300m from the hotel.

Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden **** | Leeuwarden
Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden is a 4-star hotel, located in the city centre of Leeuwarden, also known as the capital of Friesland. Leeuwarden has a rich history. The hotel is located across the Central Railway Station of Leeuwarden. The hotel offers 78 modern rooms. All standard rooms have air-conditioning, free WiFi, a safe, minibar, flatscreen TV, desk, telephone and a bathroom with shower or bathtub, toilet and blow drier. Each room has a Nespresso coffee-maker and an electric kettle. You can park your car behind the railway station (P+R € 4,60 per day. The hotel also has exit tickets for the Klanderij (€ 27,50 for an entire week).

Hajé Hotel Joure *** | Joure
A cosy village with an urban character. The hotel is located near Sneek and Heerenveen. Discover the beautiful surroundings by bike. The cycling route ‘Coffee in Joure’ will lead you through the centre and the surrounding villages. Each morning an extensive breakfast buffet is served in the atmospheric restaurant. On sunny days you can take a seat on the terrace, by the water. In the afternoon, the restaurant serves a delicious lunch and/or dinner, with view of the pond. Hajé Hotel Joure has 47 beautiful rooms. The standard rooms (14m²) have twin beds, TV, telephone and a bathroom with shower and toilet. The hotel is wheelchair friendly, but doesn’t have special disabled rooms. Free parking places. A bus stop is located within walking distance (100m).

Hotel Grand Café de Wijnberg *** | Bolsward
A walk through the city leads you along canals to many picturesque streets. With one of the most beautiful town halls in the Netherlands and the ruins of an old monastery church in the middle of the city centre. The hotel has 26 rooms. All rooms have a double bed with two separate mattresses, a flatscreen TV with seat, free WiFi and an own bathroom with shower, washbasin, free toiletries, a blow drier and a toilet. The cosy, heated terraces offers a wonderful view of the beautiful town house, the canals and the authentic facades of this beautiful Hanseatic town. The many museums are worth a visit.

Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café Leeuwarden **** | Leeuwarden
Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café is located in the historic city centre of Leeuwarden with its beautiful canals and buildings. The old post office in Leeuwarden has been transformed into a cool and trendy Grand Café. Hotel rooms are located in both the old post office and the adjacent Gratama bank. Both buildings are connected by a glass gangway. Leeuwarden is the capital of Friesland. A city with more than 500 monuments, many museums and a historic centre with surprising shops. From the city you can reach the wide Frisian landscape in less than no time. You can discover the surroundings on foot, by bike or by boat.

Stadsherberg Sneek | Sneek
Stadsherberg Sneek is a small family company that wants guests to experience quality, a contemporary service and hospitality. The hotel has an informal, homely atmosphere. Colonial style combined with modern facilities. At Bistro Jikke you can enjoy a delicious cup of coffee with homemade pastry, lunch, dinner or drink. At our terrace you can enjoy the sun, all day long.