Heerenveen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

This historic Frisian village is renowned in the Netherlands for its football and ice skating teams, but it has a lot more to offer than sports!

With just 30,000 inhabitants, Heerenveen is a small town. But don't let its size fool you! The town has a lot of sights and things to do for all kinds of visitors. Whether you're a sports fan or nature lover, you're bound to find something to do in Heerenveen.

The village has a long history of sports, but is also the oldest fen canal village in the Netherlands. The part of the town that is currently the centre of Heerenveen was established in the 16th century. This also marked the beginning of the village which grew over the centuries and is made up today of 11 districts.

Sports lovers must go to sc Heerenveen's Abe Lenstra Stadion. Take the tour and walk through the players' tunnel, take a look around the changing room and the field, or go to a home game. The stadium is within walking distance of the city centre and is easy to combine with a day exploring historic Heerenveen. For example, visit Oenemastate, an old country home, or the impressive 17th-century city hall Crackstate. There are also a few great museums worth going to. Modern and contemporary art lovers will thoroughly enjoy the Museum Belvédère, which is just outside of the city.

Combine your visit to the city with a day outdoors. Hire bicycles in the summer (or bring your own) and cycle out to Tjeukemeer, where you can sail, walk and surf.

The village is easy to explore on foot, and for day trips you can hire bicycles or take the bus. Bear in mind that the centre of Heerenveen is largely pedestrianised. This means that you can only park around the city centre or in one of the parking garages. There are also two park and ride (P+R) car parks outside the village.

Heerenveen is located in the north of the Netherlands and is easy to reach by car and public transport.

Enjoy this modest Frisian village that appeals to both sports and culture lovers. What are you waiting for?

Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Heidehof

Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Heidehof

4 out of 5
Golflaan 1, Heerenveen
The price is ₹6,463 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
₹6,463
₹7,546 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Heerenveen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Thialf Ice Stadium and Abe Lenstra Stadium ...
7.8/10 Good! (240 reviews)
Very Clean Food was great

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2024

Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Heidehof
Boutique hotel ' t Gerecht

Boutique hotel ' t Gerecht

3.5 out of 5
33 Gemeenteplein, Heerenveen
The price is ₹12,450 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
₹12,450
₹14,071 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Heerenveen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Heerenveen Museum and Abe Lenstra Stadium ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Outstanding hotel! Comfortable and very clean rooms! Amazing breakfast! Fantastic restaurant! We already have our next visit booked!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2025

Boutique hotel ' t Gerecht
Van der Valk Hotel Drachten

Van der Valk Hotel Drachten

4.5 out of 5
Lavendelheide 4, Drachten
The price is ₹7,512 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
₹7,512
₹8,495 total
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Drachten. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (265 reviews)
Okayish.
Comfortable beds. Too humid bathroom, (condensation). I stayed in better Van der Valk hotel/room.

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Van der Valk Hotel Drachten
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Waterpark Giethoorn

Waterpark Giethoorn

3 out of 5
17B Binnenpad, Giethoorn, OV
Stay at this 3-star chalet in Giethoorn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions De Oude Aarde and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (15 reviews)
I love Giethoorn, and my dream of a weekend in Giethoorn was fulfilled, with great comfort, convenience and beauty

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Waterpark Giethoorn
Kroondomein Giethoorn

Kroondomein Giethoorn

3.5 out of 5
33a Binnenpad, Giethoorn, Overste
Stay at this 3.5-star chalet in Giethoorn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, airport drop-off service (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions De Oude Aarde and Giethoorn ...
9/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews)
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Kroondomein Giethoorn
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