Nature, peace and space, discover the Wadden Coast from Blije
North Friesland is one of the most beautiful and pristine corners of the Netherlands. Here, at the Zeedijk in Blije, nature literally starts at the doorstep of Het Blije Schaap. Vast polders, salty salt marshes, the infinite horizon of the Wadden Sea – and the silence you only find here.
Walking along the Zeedijk
The Zeedijk near Blije is one of the most beautiful walking routes in Friesland. You walk along the crest of the dike with the peaceful hinterland on one side and the Wadden Sea on the other – a world of sand, silt and life at low tide, and an impressive sea of water at high tide.
Popular walking routes from Het Blije Schaap:
- Dike walk Blije – Holwerd (approx. 8 km one way) along the coast
- Noarderleech Loop – through the unique salt marsh area
- North Friesland Mound Route – past ancient mounds and historic villages
- Walk to the sea dike sluice at Holwerd
Cycling through North Friesland
Friesland is cycling country – and North Friesland is perhaps the most beautiful part. From our B&B in Blije, you cycle directly into the open landscape. Hardly any elevation changes, little traffic and breathtaking views.
Beautiful cycling routes from Blije:
- Coastal route along the Wadden Sea towards Holwerd and Anjum
- Bike trip to Dokkum – the picturesque fortified town at approx. 12 km
- Mound route past Raard, Lichtaard and Foudgum
- Cycling route along the Bildtpollen (spring: blooming onion fields)
Birdwatching in the Noarderleech
The Noarderleech, located right next to Blije, is one of the most species-rich bird areas in the Netherlands. It is part of the Wadden area designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tens of thousands of birds breed and rest here: lapwings, godwits, oystercatchers, dunlins and, in winter, enormous groups of barnacle geese.
From our B&B, you have direct access to the area. Those who get up early reward themselves with an unforgettable bird spectacle.
Mudflat walking, crossing the Wadden Sea on foot
Mudflat walking (wadlopen) is a unique Frisian tradition. Organized mudflat tours depart from Holwerd, just a five-minute drive from our B&B, during the summer months. You literally walk across the bottom of the Wadden Sea – an experience you won’t soon forget.
We are happy to help you with information about:
- Organized mudflat tours from Holwerd
- The best periods (low tide, season, weather conditions)
- What you should bring
Day trip to Ameland, ferry from Holwerd
The ferry to the Wadden Island of Ameland departs from Holwerd. The crossing takes about 45 minutes and the boat leaves several times a day. Ameland offers beautiful beaches, dunes, a lighthouse and Wadden nature.
Our B&B is the perfect place to stay for a day on Ameland: on the boat in the morning, a day of island adventure, and back to the peace and comfort of Het Blije Schaap in the evening.
UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea
The Wadden Sea was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2009 – one of the few places in the Netherlands with that status. It is the largest unbroken system of intertidal sand and mud flats in the world and is of inestimable value for migratory birds, seals and a unique ecosystem.
From Blije, you can experience this world heritage up close, undisturbed and in total peace.
