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Friesland

Friesland is a global leader in various fields of knowledge and is moving on to be an international destination for major business events: everything is possible here! Let your participants be amazed by the beautiful Frisian landscape with no less than 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The compact region of Friesland is easily accessible and has excellent infrastructure. The province is only about an hour away from the international airport: Amsterdam Schiphol.

  • More than 5000 hotel beds in Friesland with 700 in Leeuwarden.
  • The World Trade Center is a congress center with space for up to 3,500 guests.
  • Just a short one-hour drive from Amsterdam.

Innovators in Key Industries

Friesland is a global leader in several areas of knowledge, such as . Water Technology, Sustainable Agriculture & Circularity. The innovative solutions provided by Friesland in these sectors enjoy global attention recognition and admiration.

Sports in Friesland is are also gaining international attention and success. The province is investing in modern facilities and training programs to support athletes and develop talent. With the showpiece being Thialf, the skating heart of the world. 

These centres of expertise make Friesland an attractive destination for international, business conferences! 

Event in Friesland

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Water technology

Water technology offers sensational solutions to world problems such as water pollution and energy shortage. With Wetsus & Water Alliance in Leeuwarden, Friesland has a unique research institute that rightly makes the Frisian capital city the European Capital of Water Technology.

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Sustainable agriculture

Friesland invests in the right balance between economy and ecology and emphasises on the importance of nature-inclusive agriculture. Research centre the Dairy Campus welcomes people from all over the world every day to share this knowledge for a sustainable future.

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Sport

Friesland is a province with a strong sports culture, and its residents take great pride in their athletic achievements and traditions like the Eleven Cities Tour. The province has a rich history of producing world-class athletes, including Olympic gold medalists Sven Kramer and Epke Zonderland.

Unique Venues

Friesland drinks on boat in city

As the largest province in the Netherlands, Friesland has everything you need to organize all kinds of business events, from small meetings to large conferences and exhibitions. With modern facilities and a welcoming population, Friesland is a popular destination for companies and organizations looking for an inspiring and professional environment for their events.

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Friesland Convention Partners

The regional marketing organisation for planners looking for help and support to organise a MICE-event anywhere in the Province of Friesland.