Rent a boat in Friesland with or without a licence

Boat rental in beautiful Friesland

Rent the ultimate boat for your day trip or boating holiday via Click&Boat! Click&Boat is the online platform for private and professional boat rental. You can rent all types of boats via the platform, from a sloop, sailing boat, cabin boat to a fishing boat with motor. Given the endless water network, you can spend days on the water. Rent a boat with family, friends or go out as a couple! Via Click&Boat you can contact the boat owner directly to ask all your questions, after which you can reserve the boat immediately!

Enjoy the water in Friesland

Friesland, also called Fryslân, is the ultimate water sports province in the Netherlands . Known for sailing, beautiful sailing routes and many marinas. Friesland has endless waters, from canals to lakes and the Wadden Sea. As a result, Friesland has a great diversity of sailing routes. Between the IJsselmeer and the Lauwersmeer lies a series of dozens of large and smaller lakes: the Frisian Lake District. The Frisian Lakes area has 24 official lakes and can rightly be called a unique area because of the many sailing connections, sailing routes and the clean water. The perfect location to rent a boat. From motor yachts to sailing boats, sloops and fishing boats, everything is possible.

Cruising or sailing holiday in Friesland

Lakes, seas, rivers, canals, lakes, canals, streams and ditches. Friesland is known for its beautiful water landscape. With endless lakes and located on the Wadden Sea, Friesland is the perfect destination for water sports enthusiasts. You can rent a sailboat for a day or multi-day sailing holiday. A motorboat / motor yacht for a sailing holiday of one or two weeks. Or a sloop or boat for a morning or afternoon on the water with family or friends. Don't have a boating license? No problem! You can easily rent a boat without a boating license. Before departure, the boat owner will provide you with a detailed explanation. If you have never sailed before, you can also book a sailing course in advance. This can be done in consultation with the boat owner.

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Friesland?

The price of a boat depends on the type of boat. Depending on whether you rent a sailboat, motorboat, yacht, sloop or fishing boat. In addition, the length of the rental period and the season also play a role; preseason, high season or postseason. You can rent a motorboat for 6 people from €120 per day. For one day on a sailboat, prices start from €89 for 6 people. The price for a larger sailing boat with sleeping accommodations for six people starts at €149 per day in Friesland. The price for a sailing boat for one week is on average between € 1000 and € 1450.

You can also rent a smaller boat in Friesland, such as a sloop or fishing boat. 

Rent a boat for 2 people in Friesland

You can rent a boat for 2 people from €85 per day. For example, consider renting a small sloop to discover the rivers of the beautiful province.

Rent a boat for 6 people in Friesland

Do you want to go with a larger group of people? If you rent a boat, you can rent a boat for 6 people from € 136 per day.

Rent a boat for 10 people or more in Friesland

Choose to go with a group of friends or your family to discover beautiful Friesland for a day or even a week. You can rent a boat in Friesland for 10 people from €214 per day. You can also choose to rent a boat for a week. You can rent a boat for 10 people from € 1,600 per week.

What to do in Friesland

Friesland has no fewer than four national parks, the Wadden area, vast landscapes and clear waters . You will also find the 11 famous Frisian cities here. Known for the Elfstedentocht, which used to be completed on skates and is now fully accessible for boats.

The Frisian Lakes

The Frisian Lakes is a tourist area in the southwest and center of Friesland. The area attracts many water sports enthusiasts, especially in the summer. The Frisian Lake District is known for its diversity and is particularly suitable for boating trips with family and friends. Rent a sloop, motorboat or sailboat and discover the Frisian Lake District!

De Alde Feanen National Park

You can rent a sloop in Friesland and discover the De Alde Feanen National Park! The Park de Alde Feanen is a beautiful nature reserve surrounded by water. If you really want to explore the heart of the park, you can only do so by water. This way you get to all the small islands in the park.

Wadden Islands

The Wadden Islands were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014. Vlieland, Terschelling, Ameland and Schiermonnikoog are four of the five largest Wadden Islands in the Netherlands and belong to the province of Friesland. The Wadden Sea is unique in the world. Typical are the sandbanks that dry out during low tide, separated by deep and less deep water channels.

The Wadden Sea is a beautiful area for sailing! Rent a sailboat and look for seals, spot the striking lighthouses and enjoy the beautiful views. If you choose a boat trip across the Wadden Sea, there is a chance that your boat will dry up on a mudflat due to the strongly changing tides. A unique experience!

Visit the Frisian Cities

The 11 Frisian cities are of course known from the Frisian Eleven Cities Tour. Choose to rent a boat in Leeuwarden, the beating heart of Friesland. You can also opt for boat rental in Grou, Sneek, IJlst, Sloten, Stavoren, Hindeloopen, Franeker, Workum, Bolsward, Harlingen or boat rental in Lemmer. All cities are connected by Friesland's large water network. The small towns do not owe their city rights to their size, but to their historical significance. The water connections between the towns offer an excellent opportunity to discover the whole of Friesland by boat! In addition, you can find one or more ports in every city. You can also easily rent a boat in places such as Drachten and Lemmer and start your holiday in Friesland.

Leeuwarden is the capital of Friesland and the cultural capital of Europe in 2018. Throughout the year there is a rich cultural program with hundreds of fantastic and unique events. There is an extensive range of festivals, shows, performances and concerts to visit in Frisian cities and the countryside.

Sneek is centrally located in the lake area of ​​Friesland and is a real water city. The water sports facilities are endless, but the city should also not be missed for culture and fun during a visit to Friesland. In addition, Sneek is a good starting point by boat towards the Frisian Lakes.

Other cities that are definitely worth a visit are the port city of Harlingen, Stavoren, the city on the IJsselmeer, rest on the beach in Hindeloopen or walk through the cozy streets in Workum. 

How do I reach Friesland?

It of course depends on where you are in the Netherlands and where you want to go in Friesland. Fortunately, Friesland is very easily accessible by public transport. Major train stations in the province are Leeuwarden, Heerenveen, Sneek, Harlingen and many more. From there you can easily get around by bus or taxi. You can also travel to Friesland by car. You can often find good parking at the ports in Friesland, so you don't have to worry about your car.

Boat rental Friesland

Looking for a boat rental in Friesland? Click&Boat has a variety of boats available throughout Friesland. Create a free account, contact various owners and find the perfect boat! You can rent a sailing boat, rubber boat, motor boat or sloop in Friesland, it is all possible via Click&Boat. If you do not have a boating license, you can also rent a boat with a skipper. This way you can enjoy a fantastic time on the water without any worries!

The Netherlands also offers many beautiful destinations. In the Netherlands, for example, it is popular to rent a sloop in Amsterdam. You will find many different perfect sailing destinations on the Click&Boat platform. Feel free to take a look at the platform and find the perfect boat for you!

Verder biedt Nederland nog tal vaan prachtige bestemmingen. In Nederland is het bijvoorbeeld populair om een sloepje te huren in Amsterdam. Op het Click&Boat platform vindt je dan ook veel verschillende perfecte vaarbestemmingen. Neem gerust een kijkje op het platform en vind de perfecte boot voor jou!

Frequently Asked Questions about Friesland

What is the cost of renting a boat in the high season and the low season in Friesland?

The average cost of renting a boat in Friesland in the high season is around €250 per day, while in the low season it is around €231 per day.

How much does a skipper cost per day in Friesland?

The price of a skipper varies depending on the destination and the owner of the boat. In Friesland, you can expect to pay an average of €177 per day for a skipper.

Can I add equipment like snorkel gear, SUP boards or a wakeboard to my boat rental in Friesland?

Many owners offer various extras that you can add to your booking in Friesland. This can be for example Oven/stove, Fridge or Heating.

What types of boats can I rent in Friesland?

In Friesland you can rent for example a Houseboat, Motorboat or even a Sailboat.

How many cabins does a boat have in Friesland?

Boats in Friesland have an average of 2 cabins. If you travel with a large group, you can book boats with up to 14 cabins.

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