All activities in Northeast Friesland
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Hotel It Posthûs
Hotel It Posthûs
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www.huyske.com
www.huyske.com
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Inn Hantum
Inn Hantum
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Electrosloop Fryslân (Aldtsjerk)
Electrosloop Fryslân (Aldtsjerk)
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St. Godehardus' Church Marrum
St. Godehardus' Church Marrum
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To B or not to B
To B or not to B
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Camping Zwanenburg
Camping Zwanenburg
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Historic Hotel Hurdegaryp
Historic Hotel Hurdegaryp
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Oosterkerk
Oosterkerk
A church built in the Amsterdam School style, designed by the architect Egbert Reitsma.
Stepping inside the Oosterkerk in Kollum is a remarkable experience. Your attention is immediately drawn to the spectacular painted wooden ceiling, decorated with abstract, flowing and geometric patterns. The artwork was created by George Martens (1894–1979), a Dutch painter and graphic artist best known as a member of the Groningen artists' collective De Ploeg.
The ceiling's rich reds, ochres, blues and green accents seem almost to be in motion, creating a flowing, wave-like effect. Set against the brick walls and the church's restrained furnishings, the artwork becomes even more striking. Daylight streaming through the tall windows highlights the texture of the wood and makes the colours appear even more vibrant.
The church's architecture, designed by Egbert Reitsma—who was also a member of De Ploeg—enhances this unique experience. Its parabolic arch construction creates exceptional acoustics and a remarkable sense of space. Even the light fitting designed by Reitsma is considered a museum piece in its own right. Local tradition has it that not everyone in Kollum appreciated the lavish decoration when the church was first built. To some, it resembled a theatre or even a cinema more than a church. Today, however, the amphitheatre-shaped interior is precisely what makes a visit to the Oosterkerk so memorable.
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Pettebosk Forest Playground
Pettebosk Forest Playground
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Aardappelhandel De Jong farm shop
Aardappelhandel De Jong farm shop
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Het Lage Noorden
Het Lage Noorden
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Wierum (Wierum)
Wierum (Wierum)
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Museum 't Wâldhúske
Museum 't Wâldhúske
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Klein Humalda
Klein Humalda
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Seventy evacuees from Arnhem and Limburg
Seventy evacuees from Arnhem and Limburg
The grave monument in Gytsjerkwas erected in memory of Maria v/d Heuij. Maria was one of seventy evacuees from Arnhem and Limburg who arrived in Gytsjerk on 22 January 1945. Maria died a day later, just a few months old. The harsh conditions during the trip had proved fatal to her. Maria did not live to see the liberation. Fortunately, many of the other evacuees with whom she undertook the journey did.
Symbolism
The monument's spiritual father, artist Klaas Bokma, chose two carts because this was the means of transport often used by evacuees. The four withered trees symbolise death. The cross is not only a symbol of the Christian faith, but also a reminder of the sacrifice made by war victims for a life of freedom.
The oldest pupils of Ichtus and Thrimwalda primary schools take care of this monument.
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Friesland Holland Tourist Information & Travel Service
Friesland Holland Tourist Information & Travel Service
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Waddenzee-Expedities
Waddenzee-Expedities
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Suvelfabryk
Suvelfabryk
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Farm next to the church
Farm next to the church
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Former Mountain Monastery Burgum
Former Mountain Monastery Burgum
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village crest
village crest
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De Klinze Country House and Estate
De Klinze Country House and Estate
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Zwaluwhaven Ald Dwinger (memorial)
Zwaluwhaven Ald Dwinger (memorial)
