Boornzwaag is a destination for travel plans shaped by waterways: the Woudfennen bicycle and pedestrian ferry crosses the Scharsterrijn at Boornzwaag on the Joure–Langweer route. A walking route and a sloop route also pass through the village. If you are looking for a hotel, you can first decide whether a ferry crossing, a walking tour or travelling by boat will be the deciding factor for your stay.

Getting around by ferry, bicycle and on foot

At Boornzwaag, the Woudfennen ferry connects the Joure–Langweer route across the Scharsterrijn. The Tsjûkemar cycling route also includes the ferry at Boornzwaag. As the ferry operates seasonally, check its operating status before you travel.

For a walk, there is the Pontjes-Wandelrondje Langwarder Wielen. The shortened version is four kilometres long. You can park in Boornzwaag and reach the Put van Nederhorst after crossing on the first ferry. This makes it easy to choose between a cycling route with a ferry crossing and a shorter walk, with specific information about the distance and crossing.

A stop at the harbour

Restaurant Helder is located in the harbour of Boornzwaag and serves lunch, dinner and drinks. You can get there by bicycle or car; the Woudfennen bicycle ferry stops right in front of the restaurant. As opening hours may change, it is a good idea to check them before your visit.

Sailing lessons and sloop routes

Anyone who wants to learn to sail can find lessons for adults in Boornzwaag: Krekt Sailing offers sailing lessons at Horsewei 10. A separate option is the Rondje Langweer - Joure sloop route, which passes through Boornzwaag and is designed for open motorboats and sloops in waterway category Dm.

There are several bridges with operators along the sloop route. Before setting off, check in a navigation app whether the route is navigable with your own boat. Jachthaven Langweerderwielen near Boornzwaag rents sloops for up to eight people, accommodates visiting boats and offers overnight stays at the marina. Confirm availability for an overnight stay directly.

Beach and underwater course near Joure

The Put van Nederhorst near Joure has a beach of sand and grass, as well as a shallow, designated swimming area. There are some play equipment and a volleyball net at the beach. Those interested in diving will also find a relatively deep underwater course at the Put, including a small shipwreck that can be explored by diving. This offers two distinct water activities: a shallow swimming area and a considerably deeper diving option.

The mill and local history

The Langweerder Molen, also known as the Sweachmermolen, stands on the border between Langweer and Boornzwaag and dates from 1782. The village’s history is also shaped by water: Boornzwaag used to be larger; part of the village was washed away by water from the Langwarder Wielen. The mill and this change to the shape of the village offer two different historical perspectives on the place and its surroundings.

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For the main travel overview: Skarsterlân.