Are you looking for a special day out in Friesland full of history, nature, and culture? Then a visit to the open-air museum De Spitkeet is definitely worth it. On a vast site, you travel back in time and discover how people lived on the Frisian Groningen heath between 1850 and 1950.

In the museum, you experience the impressive development from living in simple sod huts and earth houses to the first stone housing law homes. During the audio tour, former residents like Jelle Dam, Sjoerd ut de Wal, and Froukje Postma share their personal stories about poverty, hard work, and perseverance. This brings history truly to life for young and old.

On the site, you will also find authentic "waldhuskes," a "pikehok" that was used as a home in the past, and a traditional poorhouse. All accommodations are fully furnished in the style of the past and can be viewed both inside and outside. A visit to De Spitkeet is therefore a unique experience for lovers of history, culture, and Frisian rural life.

Walking and Cycling in the Northern Frisian Woods

Combine your visit to De Spitkeet with a beautiful walking or cycling tour through the Northern Frisian Woods. This special nature area between Dokkum and Drachten is known as a National Landscape and offers a unique combination of nature, cultural history, and tranquility.

The landscape is characterized by alder belts, hedgerows, ponds, and pingo ruins that together create an atmospheric "coulisse" landscape. Thanks to the alternation between open spaces, forests, and lakes such as De Leien and Burgumer Mar, this area is perfect for long walks and relaxing bike rides.

The many unpaved paths and bike routes take you past characteristic villages, green meadows, and beautiful nature areas. This makes the Northern Frisian Woods a beloved destination for nature lovers and visitors who want to experience Friesland in an authentic way.

A visit to De Spitkeet and the Northern Frisian Woods guarantees an inspiring day full of culture, nature, and Frisian hospitality.

Especially for our guests, you can take advantage of a combo deal. You can collect the voucher at the reception.

Combo Deal for Guests of Van der Valk Drachten
- Access to Spitkeet
- Coffee with Waldsmuk (regional product)
- Free walking and cycling route of choice
- €10,- per person