FarmCamps De Bonte Fries

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Peasant fun and animal cuddles at The Bonte Fries

Welcome to De Bonte Fries, a farm full of animals and cosiness in Slappeterp, Friesland! Farmer Piet and farmer's wife Marije met thanks to a little help from her father, and now they run this unique farm together with daughter Eva. Here you can take care of animals, do adventurous pole vaulting or go on a belly slide. This place is all about fun and surprising moments, where young and old feel at home. Discover it for yourself!

  • Active farm
  • Close to the Wadden Islands
  • Many sweet animals
  • Skelter and bike track
  • Cozy campfire evenings
  • Rental Farmer Kids Overalls
  • Play Barn
  • Rent a walking pony
  • Help take care of the animals
  • Ride along on the pony cart
  • A breakfast delivered to your tent
  • Pancake Lunch
  • Mud kitchen, pendulum tree and more
  • Air trampoline
  • Visiting the milk pit

Facilities and activities at FarmCamps De Bonte Fries

(Sports) activities
  • Horseback riding

Activities in the area
  • Cycling
  • Museums (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
  • Mountain biking
  • Horseback riding
  • Picturesque villages
  • Walking

Kids and teenagers
  • Educational entertainment
  • Playground (outdoor)

Location
  • On a farm

Park facilities
  • Breakfast service
  • Wifi in public area (free)

Spoken language
  • Dutch

Unique properties
  • Small scale park

Holiday park
  • FarmCamps
FarmCamps De Bonte Fries

Surroundings

Sailboats docked along a canal near Slappeterp in Friesland, Netherlands, with historic Dutch buildings nearby.
Road sign to Ballum and Holwerd against a blue sky near Slappeterp, Friesland, Netherlands.
Snow-covered fields and a windmill near Slappeterp, Friesland, Netherlands, in soft pastel morning light.

Day in Leeuwarden (25. min)

Leeuwarden, the capital of Friesland, is bursting with culture and fun! Visit the historic center with canals, discover museums like the Fries Museum, or climb the leaning Oldehove tower for a beautiful view. The small streets are full of unique stores and fun cafes. End your day with a bite to eat at one of the cozy restaurants. Leeuwarden offers something fun for everyone and is perfect for a day out!

Red and white striped lighthouse standing among grassy fields and trees near Slappeterp, Friesland, Netherlands.
Person in blue and white striped wellies standing in muddy ground at a holiday park with glamping.

Sanjes Safari play and animal park (35 min.)

Sanjes Safari in Zwaagwesteinde, Friesland, is a play and animal park full of adventure for the whole family! From slides and trampolines to an exciting safari tour of exotic animals - you won't be bored for a moment here. Children can play indoors and outdoors, cuddle animals and even look around on a mini farm. Sanjes Safari is ideal for an active day full of variety and fun, close to De Bonte Fries!

The Wadden Islands (20-30 min.)

A visit to the Wadden Islands is an unforgettable experience! These unique islands just off the Frisian coast offer nature, tranquility and adventure. From the ferry ports in Harlingen or Holwerd, you can reach Terschelling, Vlieland or Ameland in no time. On the islands themselves you can enjoy hiking through the dunes, cycling along the beach and spotting unique bird species. Terschelling is known for its Brandaris lighthouse, while Ameland has beautiful sandy beaches. There are also cozy villages where you can enjoy local specialties and crafts. For children, the beaches and activities like mudflat hiking or shell hunting are a great adventure. The Wadden Islands take you away from the daily hustle and bustle for a while, in the middle of a special part of the Netherlands.

Boat rental Hitzum (20 min.)

Discover Friesland from the water with Boat Rental Hitzum! Here you can easily rent a motorboat, sloop or canoe for a pleasant day trip on the Frisian lakes and canals. Without a license you can step into a comfortable sloop or choose a canoe for a sporty adventure. The landscape around Hitzum is beautiful: past green meadows, old villages and charming bridges, you can sail through the Frisian countryside at your leisure. Ideal for a picnic on the water, where you moor whenever you want. Or make a stop in one of the nearby villages for an ice cream or lunch. Whether you go with family or friends, a day on the Frisian water is a unique experience!

Practical information

ground plan
  • Check-in: 15:00, check-out: -10:00
  • Opened from 4 April until 3 October
  • Wifi in public area (free)

FarmCamps De Bonte Fries scored with a 10

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Summary created out of 38 reviews

De Bonte Fries impresses with the exceptional hospitality of farmer Piet and farmer Marije, who share the authentic farm life with infectious enthusiasm. Children have a wonderful time among the many animals—rabbits, chickens, ponies, cows and lambs—and play facilities including pedal karts, trampolines and a hay barn with rope swing. The small-scale, securely fenced site gives children complete freedom to play, while parents can relax from their comfortable tent overlooking the play meadow. Daily activities such as caring for animals, roasting marshmallows and crafts mean guests barely need to leave the park.

  • 23 Oct 2026

    We spent four wonderful days at this farm. The farmer’s wife and her family, as well as all the helpers on site, were very friendly and warm. We felt very welcome and could voice our requests and questions at any time. The camp with the tents is uniquely designed—with plenty of play space for the kids, free-roaming rabbits, cats, and chickens, a … cozy fire pit, a trampoline, and more.
    Both we adults and the kids enjoyed it every single day, and nobody wanted to go home. We couldn’t have imagined a more wonderful farm vacation.
    A huge thank you for the wonderful time.

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Wir haben 4 wunderschöne Tage auf diesem Bauernhof verbracht. Die Bäuerin und ihre Familie, sowie alle Helfer vor Ort waren sehr freundlich und warmherzig. Wir haben uns sehr willkommen gefühlt und konnten jederzeit Wünsche und Fragen äußern. Das Camp mit den Zelten ist einmalig angelegt - mit viel Spielfläche für die Kinder, freilaufenden Kaninchen, Katzen und Hühnern, einer gemütlichen Feuerstelle und einem Trampolin, etc.
    Es hat sowohl uns Erwachsene, als auch den Kindern jeden Tag gut gefallen und niemand wollte nach Hause. Wir hätten uns keinen schöneren Bauernhof-Urlaub vorstellen können.
    Ein ganz großes Dankeschön für die wundervolle Zeit.

    Review from Google
  • 06 Oct 2026

    What a great place!
    We arrived and immediately fell in love. The place itself is beautiful and very well kept, with so many different animals.
    Marije and Pit hosted us with all their heart. You can really see that they love their job and put everything into it. We’re very active people, so we loved all the activities that were organized. Our kids didn’t want to leave, and honestly, neither did I!

    Review from Google
  • 01 Oct 2026

    We had such a great time. It was an amazing weekend!! Highly recommended!!!!!

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Wat hebben wij genoten. Was een geweldig weekend!! Aanrader!!!!!

    Review from Google
  • 22 Aug 2026

    We had such a wonderful vacation. Piet and Marije are such warm and welcoming people. We felt right at home.
    There are plenty of places for the kids to play on the farm, which is very well maintained. The kids had a blast!

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Wat een fijne vakantie hebben we gehad. Piet en Marije zijn hartelijke mensen. We voelden ons welkom.
    Er is veel speelgelegenheid op de boerderij wat goed onderhouden is. De kinderen hebben zich enorm goed vermaakt!

    Review from Google
  • 12 Aug 2026

    A great campground. We had a lot of fun—everything was well organized. A peaceful place. The farm couple are wonderful people. Our conclusion: we’ll be back next year.

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    Een geweldige camping. Erg veel plezier gehad alles goed geregeld. Een rustgevende plek. De boer en boerin super mensen. Onze conclusie we komen volgend jaar weer.

    Review from Google
  • 11 Aug 2026

    We had such a wonderful time at FarmCamps De Bonte Fries!
    From the very first moment, we felt incredibly welcome. We were greeted with such warmth by farmer Piet and farmer Marije—what a warm welcome, and it felt like a party right away!

    Our little boy didn’t know where to look first. The toys, the animals, the trampoline… everything was … one big adventure! Kids can really entertain themselves here all day long, so parents can relax and enjoy themselves too.

    The tent was great, too! Everything was spotless, clean, and fully equipped. They thought of everything, even a fun box of toys for the kids. Truly ideal!

    In short: what a fantastic place! A wonderful combination of being outdoors, animals, playing, and having fun. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back!

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Wat hebben wij een heerlijke tijd gehad bij FarmCamps De Bonte Fries!
    Vanaf het eerste moment voelden we ons ontzettend welkom. We werden supergastvrij ontvangen door boer Piet en boerin Marije, wat een warm welkom en meteen een feestje!

    Ons zoontje wist niet waar hij moest kijken. Het speelgoed, de dieren, de trampoline… alles was één groot avontuur! Kinderen kunnen zich hier echt de hele dag vermaken en ouders kunnen daardoor heerlijk meegenieten.

    Ook de tent was top! Alles was supernetjes, schoon en van alle gemakken voorzien. Er was aan alles gedacht, zelfs aan een leuke kist met speelgoed voor de kinderen. Echt ideaal!

    Kortom: wat een fantastische plek! Een heerlijke combinatie van buiten zijn, dieren, spelen en genieten. Wij hebben enorm genoten en komen zeker nog een keer terug!

    Review from Google
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Frequently asked questions about FarmCamps De Bonte Fries

  1. How far is FarmCamps de Bonte Fries from the beach?

    The glamping in Friesland is about a 20-minute drive from the port of Harlingen. Here you can catch the boat to the Wadden Islands where you can get a breath of fresh air on the beaches.

  2. How far is FarmCamps de Bonte Fries from the city center?

    The glamping is a 10-minute drive from Franeker and 25 minutes from Leeuwarden.

  3. How far is the nearest supermarket?

    A 7-minute drive from the farm you will find a supermarket.

  4. What activities are there to do in the vicinity of FarmCamps de Bonte Fries?

    The province of Friesland is known for its lakes and windmills, but there is much more to see and do such as the Wadden Sea and a real Aqua Zoo!

    The historic city of Franeker is a 10-minute drive from the farm, and the Boerepaad is within walking distance. So plenty to do!

  5. Is smoking allowed in the accommodation?

    Smoking is not allowed in the accommodations.

  6. Can you barbecue at the campsite?

    Yes, barbecue is allowed in the campground.

  7. Are dogs welcome in the park and accommodation?

    Dogs, unfortunately, are not welcome. Fortunately, there are plenty of other animals on the farm to cuddle.

  8. What are the check-in and check-out times for FarmCamps De Bonte Fries?
    The check-in at FarmCamps De Bonte Fries starts at 15:00. The checkout should be done before 10:00.
  9. Is FarmCamps De Bonte Fries open all year round?
    No, FarmCamps De Bonte Fries is open from 4 April until 3 October.
  10. Is there a wifi at FarmCamps De Bonte Fries?
    The park offers free wifi in the shared space(s).
  11. Is there an entertainment team at FarmCamps De Bonte Fries?
    Yes there's educational entertainment at FarmCamps De Bonte Fries.

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