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The city of Heerenveen is not very old yet, compared to other Dutch cities. It is founded in 1551 by three noblemen who wanted to exploit the peat - a very popular fuel in those days. Nowaday, there are not many remains of the early days, except the canals used for the exploitation of the peat. What's left are some of the majestic houses the noblemen left in, like Crackstate (1608) - currently in use as city hall or Oenema state - a former city hall and currently a grand café. Apart from that Heerenveen got some typical Dutch old windmills. For a city-walk start at the Dracht (the former main road through the city, nowadays shopping street) and walk up north to Crackstate. From there the Fok along the Heeresloot and finish at the mill on your right hand. And that won't take a whole day...... Currently Heerenveen is most well-known for its sporting facilities. One of the fastest low-land 400 m. ice rinks is located here. If you prefer football, check out SC Heerenveen.
Updated May 18, 2005
Very close (3 km) to the city of Heerenveen is Oranjewoud, the former summer residence of the Dutch van Oranje Nassau dynasty(hence the name). Yes, the same family is the Dutch royal family these days. The majestic houses are sometimes open for the public. The woody surroundings are perfect for a stroll. If you just want to look, take a view from the Belvedère.
Written Aug 7, 2003
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Very close (3 km) to the city of Heerenveen is Oranjewoud, the former summer residence of the Dutch van Oranje Nassau dynasty(hence the name). Yes, the same...
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Q: Hello! How can I travel from Heerenveen to Maastricht? I'm planning on going for a day in Heerenveen and I can't leave earlier...
A: Hi, It is simply not possible. No train can take you there after 11 pm. And the earliest possibility in the morning does not get you there before 8...
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Heerenveen - speed-skating capital of NL?
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Heerenveen - A small town in Friesland
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