The nature of the Lauwersmeer area is so unique that it has been designated as a National Park. There is lots to see not only during the day, but also at night. The stunning starry sky can be perfectly appreciated due to the darkness.

Visit the biggest seal sanctuary in the Netherlands.You can observe the seals being treated at the tourist center by standing in the middle of the seal hospital.

Here you can learn about Groningen's cultural history, wildlife and scenery. The Wadden is central and you will discover what traces the old Groningers left behind. Furthermore, aristocrats, farmers, and agricultural laborers from the nineteenth century pass by.

The Tea Factory is a one-of-a-kind mix of Holland's only tea museum and an evocative tea store with maybe the world's most extensive tea menu. The ideal retreat for real tea connoisseurs.

Everyone has a fun day at AquaZoo, Friesland's family park. Open 365 days a year! Can you find the mandarin duck?

Dokkum has the sense of a city but the clarity of a town. Beautiful canals and historic buildings, as well as cozy commercial areas and restaurants may be found here.

The open-air museum Fiskershuske allows you to smell the sea and feel the wind. This unique museum preserves recollections of long-gone coastal fishing and fishing culture. Visit each of the five fishermen's huts.

When you look out over the rooftops from the Martinitoren or wander through the centuries-old streets, you can feel the spirit of the city. Stroll through bustling student areas and quaint market squares to fill your day with the best of Groningen.

You can learn about the origins and growth of the Zoutkamp fishery at the fishing museum. The museum contains an annual changing display, which is always tied to the company itself, the sea and fishing.

Sail along on the ship ZK9 and see what is caught in the net. On board, you will get all kinds of information about the trawling profession and, of course, about the catch!

Fancy a daytrip on the beautiful nature island of Schiermonnikoog? There’s something for everyone here: from cycling through the dunes to walking on the beach. Tip: take the boat leaving from the Zeedijk.

While playing here, children learn all about the world of animals. Will you clamber through the creepy monkey cage or would you rather take a look at the guinea pig village? There is plenty of fun to be had in this outdoor and indoor play paradise.