The sights in Lippenhuizen call for different choices: LiphĂşsterheide can only be reached by bicycle from Lippenhuizen or Beetsterzwaag, while a named walking route starts in the village centre. The cultural landscape along the Turf Route and two protected buildings round out the options. This lets you choose how much to focus on landscape, outdoor activities and culture.
Heathland and cultural landscape
Liphústerheide lies between the Alddjip and Bûtewei, below Lippenhuizen: an extensive heathland with two clearly named geographical reference points. A cycle path leads through the heath to it from Lippenhuizen or Beetsterzwaag; access is only possible by bicycle. So plan the heath as a cycling destination. As path conditions can change, it is advisable to check the latest conditions before setting out.
The Turf Route is a tourist waterway through Southeast Friesland, connecting Lippenhuizen with Hemrik, Gorredijk and Terwispel. Its section through Lippenhuizen passes through a varied cultural landscape: meadows and fields are bordered by trees or shrubs. You can explore this section on foot or by bicycle. Here, the Turf Route therefore offers a different way to get around from the exclusively cycle-accessible heath.
Walking and experiencing culture
If you want to get around on foot, the “Lippenhuizen and Koningsdiep stream valley” walking route starts at the corner of De Buorren and Buorsterwyk in the centre of Lippenhuizen. The Skarrekieker viewpoint lies along the route. The starting point gives your walk a specific location in the village. As route details can change, check the latest route before setting out.
Piterkerk is one of seven Sint-Piter churches in Friesland and is protected as a Rijksmonument (national monument) no. 31859. Cultural activities are regularly held in the church. If you want to include an event in your trip, check the dates for your travel period. This lets you plan your visit around a specific cultural event rather than assuming it takes place on a fixed day.
Another protected building is the water tower at De Buorren 149. It has been a Rijksmonument since 14 September 1999. Its architectural distinction is the octagonal casing around the water tank, topped with a copper roof. The tower’s address, protected status and design each offer a specific point of reference for exploring Lippenhuizen’s buildings.
Choose routes and a holiday rental to suit you
For planning, it helps to compare the ways of getting there: the walking route starts at a named point in the centre, LiphĂşsterheide can only be reached by bicycle from Lippenhuizen or Beetsterzwaag, and you can explore the Turf Route section through Lippenhuizen on foot or by bicycle. If you are looking for a holiday rental in Lippenhuizen, first consider which route matters most for your stay. For a specific property, check its location in relation to the starting point you plan to use.
Discover more destinations: Bakkeveen, Hemrik, Gorredijk, Tijnje, Frieschepalen, Olterterp, Beetsterzwaag, Jonkerslan
For the main travel overview: Opsterland.
