Franeker Watersport Vereniging

Franeker Watersportvereniging is a members’ yacht club and marina situated on the Van Harinxmakanaal, maintained by club volunteers. It features: Approx. 165 permanent mooring spots for members Around 20 visitor berths (passantenligplaatsen), marked with a green sign indicating they are available when slots are free A sheltered, peaceful setting close to the town centre (about 9 minutes on foot) Facilities & Amenities Electricity and drinking water available at the pier Sanitary block with toilets and showers, wastewater disposal station, and waste containers Free bicycles for visitors to explore Franeker ($\sim$3 min ride to centre) Play area and picnic benches, ideal for families Free Wi‑Fi throughout the harbour area Location & Navigation Located at Frisia 11, 8801 PP Franeker on the Van Harinxmakanaal, km 8 From Harlingen, the harbour lies just past the Frisiabrug on the port (bakboord) side; from Leeuwarden after the Stationsbrug, it's on starboard (just past yacht yards De Valk and Draaisma) Harbour entrance marked clearly with signage and green-coded visitor box indicators Maximum water depth: approx. 2.0 m — suitable for most small yachts and motorboats Contact & Availability Harbourmaster (summer/winter periods): Mobile 06‑2206 9403 (availability varies seasonally) Email contact (secretariat): secretaris@franekerwatersportvereniging.nl or penningmeester@franekerwatersportvereniging.nl Berthing fee: Approximately €1.00 per night (2024 rate), inclusive of utilities like power, water, Wi‑Fi, and toilet access Payment: Typically via QR-code at berth or directly to the harbourmaster Reservation method: No fixed online booking; visitor berths are mostly first-come, first-served, though you can call ahead to confirm availability Best suited for small- to mid-sized motorboats or monohull sailboats with a max draft ~2 m Approach time: Sailboat to Harlingen: ~45 min Motorboat to Leeuwarden: ~1 hour To Harlingen lock: ~45 min by sail Recommended to become a club member even as a visitor (benefits include discounted stays after two nights), especially if planning multiple visits. Membership starts from around 55 € annually