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Franeker

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Franeker (or Frjentsjer in the Frisian language) is a city in the province of Friesland, the Netherlands.

church at square

[edit] Understand

The history of Franeker goes back to early medieval times. The old centre is still surrounded by a canal, but most of the associated defensive structures have been demolished in the 19th century.

[edit] Get in

Franeker lies about 20 km to the west of Friesland's capital, Leeuwarden.

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From Leeuwarden, take the A31.

[edit] By train

A direct train service connects Franeker with Leeuwarden.

[edit] Get around

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Korendragerhuisje
  • Korendragerhuisje. 10am-9pm. Very small museum in a very small house from 1634 about grain harvesting, but worth a short free visit free entrance.  edit
Planetarium View
working of planetarium on loft
  • Eise Eisenga Planetarium, 3 Eise Eisingastraat, 0517-393070 (), [1]. The world's oldest still operational planetarium, from the late 18th century. €3.50 (adults).  edit
  • PC Franeker, [2]. A prestigious ball game event with a tradition that goes back to 1853. Held every year on the fifth Wednesday after June 30th. (In 2009, this is July 29th.)  edit
Martena museum from the garden
city hall

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