A round through the center of Makkum | SUP and Canoe Route

The village of Makkum is a good base for stand-up paddlers (SUP) and canoeists. Although everyone associates Makkum with the IJsselmeer, beautiful trips to the Frisian inland can also be made from the old center.

Start at the edge of the village and paddle or canoe in the eastern direction over the 'Lytse Sylroede.' After a while of paddling, turn left to pass by the former lime kilns (Makkum used to be a large producer of lime obtained from shells from the Zuiderzee) and return to the center where cozy terraces await you! Makkum has a beautiful historic center, including an old weigh house.

Renting a boat in Friesland
Don't have your own SUP or canoe? No problem! In Friesland, boats are available for rent at many different locations.

Duration of the route
This route is 4.6 kilometers in total. As a beginner, you paddle at about 3 kilometers per hour, so you can complete this route in approximately 2 hours.

Bridges in Friesland
On this route, you'll encounter several bridges. With a SUP or canoe, you can navigate almost anywhere. If there's an issue with a bridge or culvert, step off and walk. More information about bridges and such can be found in the Watersport App of the Province of Friesland.

Keep it clean!
Naturally, never litter in nature. If you come across litter on the water, pick it up on your board or in the canoe. The environment will thank you!

Waterway information
The first part of the route is a waterway in category F, where boats with a draft of up to 0.8 meters can navigate. After that, the route is suitable for larger boats. The center of Makkum is also accessible for larger boats, so you can complete this route with a larger boat or a motorboat.