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The North of the Netherlands is the most rural and unexplored area of the country.

[edit] Regions

• Drenthe
• Friesland
• Groningen

[edit] Cities

• Assen
• Delfzijl
• Emmen
• Groningen
• Heerenveen
• Leeuwarden

[edit] Other destinations

• Bourtange

[edit] Understand

Outside settlements, Friesland and Groningen mostly consist of meadows and arable land. Also, they are great areas for water-based activities such as sailing. Drenthe is a little different in that it also boasts large forests and more hilly terrain. Finally, the West Frisian Islands have a character all of their own.

Life is generally lived at a somewhat slower pace than in the west. Drenthe in particular is popular with people looking to move to a more quiet area after their retirement. Conversely, many young people leave the region looking for work.

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[edit] Get in

[edit] Get around

[edit][add listing] See

• The "hunebedden" (prehistoric burial chambers), e.g. the one at Borger.

[edit] Itineraries

[edit][add listing] Do

• Sail on the large lakes in the southwest of Friesland.

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[edit] Stay safe

[edit] Get out

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