Boornzwaag: Sailing, Ferries and Mill History

When looking for a hotel in Boornzwaag, the waterways, sailing opportunities and local history offer concrete points of reference for planning your stay. Depending on whether you are looking for a ferry crossing, a boat trip, a walk or a historical connection, different aspects of the village come to the fore.

Ferries and boat routes

The Woudfennen bicycle and pedestrian ferry operates near Boornzwaag on the Joure–Langweer route across the Scharsterrijn. It runs seasonally; check the current service before setting out.

The Sloepenroute Rondje Langweer - Joure passes through Boornzwaag and is designed for open motorboats and sloops in waterway category Dm. The route includes several bridges with operators. Before departure, check in a navigation app whether the route is navigable with your own boat. The considerations differ: for Woudfennen, it is the seasonal ferry service; for the Sloepenroute, it is whether your own boat can navigate the route.

Sailing and marina

Jachthaven Langweerderwielen is located near Boornzwaag and rents out sloops for up to eight people. It also accommodates visiting boats and offers overnight stays at the marina. Confirm the availability of rental boats or overnight accommodation directly with the marina.

Krekt Sailing offers sailing lessons for adults in Boornzwaag at Horsewei 10. So, in addition to sloop rental, there are lessons and a specific address for adults who want to learn to sail.

Walking, beach and diving

The Pontjes-Wandelrondje Langwarder Wielen passes through Boornzwaag. The shorter version is four kilometres long. You can park in Boornzwaag and reach the Put van Nederhorst after crossing on the first ferry. The crossing is part of the route, so check in advance that the ferry is running.

The Put van Nederhorst near Joure has a sandy and grassy beach, as well as a shallow, designated swimming area. There are some play structures and a volleyball net on the beach. In contrast, the relatively deep underwater course has a small shipwreck where diving is possible. This means the Put offers both a designated swimming area and a separate opportunity for diving.

Mill and local history

The Langweerder Molen, also known as Sweachmermolen, stands on the border between Langweer and Boornzwaag and dates from 1782. The village's former extent is also part of its history: Boornzwaag used to be larger, and water from the Langweerder Wielen washed away part of the village. The mill provides a historical landmark with a known date; the story of the washed-away part of the village tells of a change in the landscape.

Dining at the harbour

At the harbour in Boornzwaag, Restaurant Helder serves lunch, dinner and drinks. The restaurant is accessible by bicycle or car; the Woudfennen ferry stops right outside. As opening arrangements can change, check the current details before your visit.

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For the main travel overview: Skarsterlân.