Accessible travel in Northeast Friesland
Plan your visit with more confidence
Northeast Friesland has plenty to discover: historic villages, wide landscapes, museums, nature areas, routes and local places to eat or stay. On this page, you’ll find accessible activities, accommodation, routes and practical tips to help you plan your visit with more confidence.
Please note: Accessibility can mean different things for different visitors. Always check the details before your visit, such as entrances, toilets, parking, surfaces, assistance dogs or quiet spaces. These are just a few examples of accessible spots in Northeast-Friesland.
If you are a business owner and would like to be included here, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Enno Lieder, who works at Merk Fryslân. He will gladly assist you with listing your accessibility features.
Plenty to see and do - accessible to all
Looking for an accessible day out in Northeast Friesland? There is plenty to choose from. Step into the stories of the Wadden coast at Museum ’t Fiskershúske, wander through the gardens of De Kruidhof, or discover stars, science and local history at Observeum.
Prefer to be out on the water? With Rondvaartbedrijf Lauwersmeer, you can experience the region from a different side, with wide views, fresh air and the calm of the Lauwersmeer area all around you.
Explore the outdoors - without barriers
Fancy some fresh air? In Northeast Friesland, there are several accessible ways to enjoy the outdoors. Follow a route through Dokkum, explore the wetlands of De Alde Feanen or look for wide views around Lauwersmeer. Several nature areas like It Fryske Gea include facilities that make it easier to go out without barriers.
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Walking route 11 fountains: Dokkum
Discover Dokkum at your own pace with the wheelchair-accessible 11 fountains route. This walking route takes you through the historic city centre, past charming streets, waterside views and the fountain of Dokkum.
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Walk around Burgum
Explore Burgum on a pleasant village walk. The route takes you along the water, through the centre and past a few local highlights.
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Barrier-free routes in De Alde Feanen park
Fresh air, wide views and birds all around. It Fryske Gea shares several nature areas where you can go out more easily, with accessible paths, viewpoints and facilities along the way.
Useful for exploring the region
Zonnebloem wheelchair bike
Some routes and nature areas are easier to enjoy with a little extra support. The Zonnebloem wheelchair bike is available in Friesland for people who cannot cycle independently, but would like to go out together with someone else. The bike has electric pedal assistance and, if needed, a manual wheelchair can be placed on the front platform.
In Northeast Friesland, the wheelchair bike can be reserved by calling the reception of one of the care locations in Burgum, Dokkum, Leeuwarden, St.-Annaparochie or Zwaagwesteinde.
More about the wheelchair bike
Accommodations and restaurants - for all
From experience - tips for an accessible trip
Curious how others experience Northeast Friesland in a wheelchair? Get inspired by real stories and tips for an accessible trip.
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Wheelchair-friendly accommodations, restaurants and outings
People who use a wheelchair often face extra challenges when planning an outing. In Northeast Friesland, there are plenty of tourist spots that are wheelchair-friendly. In this blog, we’ve put together a selection of some of the best places for you to visit.
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Roadtrip
Eelke Kelderman packed her suitcase and set off to explore Northeast Friesland. What did she discover? Picturesque villages, stunning views, unique nature reserves, and a rich history. In this blog, she shares tips on some beautiful wheelchair-friendly spots.
Practical information - to help you on your way
A few practical tools can make planning your visit easier. Before you go, it helps to check how easy a location is to access, whether there is an accessible toilet, and how easy it is to get around once you arrive.