Glamping at mini-campsite De Wedze
Camping de Wedze is located in the north of Friesland, close to the border with Groningen, right in the middle of the meadows. The campsite is small-scale and quiet, with a recreation room for a game, a magazine, or an evening of television when the weather outside is not so great. Hop on your bike and you can ride along vast meadows and small villages at your own pace. National Park Lauwersmeer is nearby: there you can walk, cycle, and spot birds, or take a canoe to explore the area from the water. Lauwersmeer is also an official Dark Sky Park, so at night you can see a starry sky that is rarely so clear in the city. Dokkum, one of the Frisian eleven cities, is close by, with canals and historic buildings. Leeuwarden can be reached in less than half an hour by car.
- Close to National Park Lauwersmeer
- Bicycle rental
- Amidst the greenery
- Luxury safari tents
- Small-scale and peaceful
- Bicycle rental at the park
- Charging point for e-bikes and electric cars
- Near National Park Lauwersmeer
- In the middle of the Frisian meadow landscape
Facilities and activities at Camping de Wedze
(Sports) activities
- Bicycle rental
Activities in the area
- Cycling
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Walking
- National park (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
Park facilities
- Reception
- Charging point for electric car
- Charging point for electric bicycle
- WiFi in public area (free)
Spoken language
- Dutch
- English
Unique properties
- Small scale park
Holiday park
- Vodatent
Photo's and video's of Camping de Wedze
Surroundings
Walk through Lauwersmeer National Park
Lauwersmeer National Park is an expansive area of lakes, reed beds, and sand flats where more than three hundred bird species have been observed. You can explore it on foot or by bike along signposted routes by the Lauwerszee, which was once open water and is now a freshwater lake. Along the way, you may spot spoonbills, avocets, and, in good weather, groups of red deer grazing on the open plains. If you want to see more than just water, head to the Lauwersmeer Visitor Center for information about the land reclamation and the nature of the area.
Visit Aquazoo Friesland in Leeuwarden
Aquazoo Friesland in Leeuwarden combines an aquarium with a reptile section and a tropical butterfly house. You walk past shark tanks, sea turtles, and a large collection of freshwater fish from Europe and tropical regions. The attraction is indoors, making it a good choice even on grey days. Located less than twenty kilometers from the park, you can easily drive there.
Head over to Play and Animal Park Sanjes Safari
Play and Animal Park Sanjes Safari is located about eleven kilometers from the park and is one of the closest attractions in the area. The park combines animals with play opportunities in a green environment. You can get there quickly, which makes it an easy day out without having to drive far.
Drive to the Eise Eisinga Planetarium in Franeker
The Eise Eisinga Planetarium in Franeker is the oldest working planetarium in the world, built by a wool carder in the eighteenth century right in his own living room. The gears and weights that keep the solar system moving are still running. You walk through the small rooms of the house while above your head the planets follow their orbits to true scale. Those who want to know more about the builder and his calculations can follow the explanations in the adjacent museum. Franeker itself is a compact town with a historic center, perfect for a stroll after your visit.
Practical information
- Check-in: 15:00-19:00, check-out: 08:00-11:00
- Opened from 1 April until 1 October
- wiFi in public area (free)
- Charging point for electric car
- Booking conditions
- Cancellation conditions
Camping de Wedze scored with a 9.4
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Summary created out of 117 reviews
Guests praise the exceptionally friendly and attentive owners Trees and Thijs, who personally welcome everyone and regularly stop for a chat. The campsite is laid out like a park with spacious, freely chosen pitches among flowers and shrubs, and the sanitary facilities are consistently described as very clean and functional. The peaceful location in the midst of nature offers a perfect base for beautiful cycling and walking routes via junction networks, while guests enjoy extras like Thijs's weekly grilled chicken and the wine tasting at the neighbours.
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12 Aug 2026
We felt very welcome right away. Trees gave us a very warm welcome, and after we checked in, Thijs took over. He showed us around the campground and let us pick out a nice spot ourselves.
The campground has a really nice layout. It’s long and deep, but thanks to the two restroom buildings, you never have to walk far. Everything is neat and well-maintained, and the atmosphere is wonderfully relaxed and friendly.
And then there’s Chicken Night on Friday! Thijs & Trees’ grilled chicken is a must-try! For dessert, a delicious Magnum from the campground’s freezer (for a fee) and your meal is complete.
The campground’s location is also ideal. From Twijzel, you can easily explore Dokkum, Lauwersoog, Drachten, and the beautiful surrounding area. We stayed there for four days, and that was just right for us.
In short: a lovely campground with a VERY warm welcome, a cozy atmosphere, and beautiful surroundings. We had a great time and can definitely recommend Camping de Wedze! ❤️this is a translation, click here for the original
We voelden ons direct erg welkom. Trees ontving ons heel hartelijk en na het inchecken nam Thijs het over. Hij liet ons de camping zien en mochten zelf een mooi plekje uitkiezen.
De camping heeft een hele leuke opzet. Het is een lange, diepe camping, maar dankzij de twee sanitairgebouwen hoef je nooit ver te lopen. Alles is netjes en goed verzorgd en de sfeer is heerlijk ontspannen en gemoedelijk.
En dan de kipavond op vrijdag! De gegrilde kip van Thijs & Trees is echt een aanrader! Als toetje een heerlijke Magnum uit de camping diepvries (tegen betaling) en je maaltijd is compleet.
Ook de ligging van de camping is ideaal. Vanuit Twijzel kun je makkelijk Dokkum, Lauwersoog, Drachten en de prachtige omgeving ontdekken. Wij hebben er vier dagen gestaan en dat was voor ons precies goed.
Kortom: een fijne camping met een HEEL warm ontvangst, een gezellige sfeer en een mooie omgeving. Wij hebben genoten en kunnen Camping de Wedze zeker aanraden! ❤️ -
10 Aug 2026
A superb campsite, with excellent landscaping, wonderfully clean facilities, a quiet and friendly atmosphere and terrific owners. I can't recommend this site highly enough: it was our happy place.
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09 Aug 2026
A lovely, peaceful campground—quiet, with extremely friendly and hospitable staff.
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Fijne rustige camping, stil, uitermate vriendelijk en gastvrij.
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07 Aug 2026
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05 Aug 2026
Absolutely fantastic
Just the kind of camping experience you'd love to havethis is a translation, click here for the original
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30 Jul 2026
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Frequently asked questions about Camping de Wedze
What are the check-in and check-out times for Camping de Wedze?
The check-in at Camping de Wedze can be done between 15:00 and 19:00. The checkout should be done between 08:00 and 11:00.Is Camping de Wedze open all year round?
No, Camping de Wedze is open from 1 April until 1 October.Is there a wifi at Camping de Wedze?
The park offers free wifi in the shared space(s).Can I charge my electric car at Camping de Wedze?
Yes, at Camping de Wedze you'll find a charging point for electric car.Is there a bike rental facility at Camping de Wedze?
Yes, at Camping de Wedze you'll find a bicycle rental.
