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Why meet in Leeuwarden

Leeuwarden: dynamic, sparkling, the capital of the beautiful Province of Friesland, start and finish line for the world famous ‘Eleven cities' ice-skating tour. and now honoured by being selected as the 2018 European Capital of Culture. Continue reading and find out why you should definitely consider Leeuwarden as the host for your next event:

  • Capital of the beautiful and quiet province of Friesland
  • European Capital of Culture 2018
  • A great starting point to the Wadden Islands and excursions about true craftmanship

Meeting destination

The city's heart is compact and clear, yet what it offers is as comprehensive as it is diverse; one of Leeuwarden's most attractive features. Almost all its conference accommodation, certainly its 'happening' nightlife and many of its hotels are located within an easy walking two kilometre radius.Have a look at all the venues with our venue finder.

Modern paradoxes

The city is one of modern paradoxes; a city that respects its past, whilst looking to the future by investing in research, development and ICT.  For instance with water technology at the Water Campus. A city in the heart of the countryside, where students, families and older residents feel comfortably at home and where companies find the space they need to grow and develop.

Unique breaks from your busy schedule

Leeuwarden is surrounded by countryside and water, with lakes and other leisure areas and amenities close at hand. These offer excellent opportunities for unique and surprising breaks from a busy schedule of meetings, or form the perfect backdrop for partner programmes or incentives. Activities in the Frisian landscape are complemented by the infinite prospects offered by the four Wadden Islands. And who can forget crossing one of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites: the Wadden Sea.

Mr Holland about Leeuwarden

Mr Holland knows exactly where to go in Leeuwarden. Find out where all the hot spots are!

Merk Fryslân

Meet the local convention bureau of Leeuwarden and discover how they can help you plan your next event in Leeuwarden.

Leeuwarden: dynamic, sparkling, the capital of the beautiful Province of Friesland, start and finish line for the world famous ‘Eleven cities' ice-skating tour.. and now honoured by being selected as the 2018 European Capital of Culture. Continue reading and find out why you should definitely consider Groningen as the host for your next event:

Meeting destination

The city's heart is compact and clear, yet what it offers is as comprehensive as it is diverse; one of Leeuwarden's most attractive features. Almost all its conference accommodation, certainly its 'happening' nightlife and many of its hotels are located within an easy walking two kilometre radius.Have a look at all the venues with our venue finder.

Modern paradoxes

The city is one of modern paradoxes; a city that respects its past, whilst looking to the future by investing in research, development and ICT.  For instance with water technology at the Water Campus. A city in the heart of the countryside, where students, families and older residents feel comfortably at home and where companies find the space they need to grow and develop.

Unique breaks from your busy schedule

Leeuwarden is surrounded by countryside and water, with lakes and other leisure areas and amenities close at hand. These offer excellent opportunities for unique and surprising breaks from a busy schedule of meetings, or form the perfect backdrop for partner programmes or incentives. Activities in the Frisian landscape are complemented by the infinite prospects offered by the four Wadden Islands. And who can forget crossing one of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites: the Wadden Sea.

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