Kuiertocht Meilahuizen | Easterein
In the southeast of Easterein lies one of the oldest reclaimed areas in Friesland: the Mother Polders. A thousand years ago, residents here constructed the first waterworks. The route leads you along some of these ancient dikes. Back in the village, you'll see the Martinikerk standing tall on the terp.
A "kuiertocht" is a short walking route. So, it probably won't surprise you that in Frisian, "wandelen" translates to "kuierje". You can easily combine a leisurely stroll with an activity in the area, or choose to embark on another leisurely stroll. An overview of all leisurely strolls can be found here.
Note: for the most scenic route, first wa…
In the southeast of Easterein lies one of the oldest reclaimed areas in Friesland: the Mother Polders. A thousand years ago, residents here constructed the first waterworks. The route leads you along some of these ancient dikes. Back in the village, you'll see the Martinikerk standing tall on the terp.
A "kuiertocht" is a short walking route. So, it probably won't surprise you that in Frisian, "wandelen" translates to "kuierje". You can easily combine a leisurely stroll with an activity in the area, or choose to embark on another leisurely stroll. An overview of all leisurely strolls can be found here.
Note: for the most scenic route, first walk around the church in a clockwise direction. From the church, enter the street 'De Streek'. You'll find this street to the right of the house at Tsjerkebuorren 31. Follow this street until you reach a narrow shell path between the water. At the end of this path, turn left and continue the route towards node 36.
Sights on this route
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Waypoint walk 47
Easterein
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Easterein
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The Martinikerk Easterein
The Martinikerk is a church built in the 14th century, located on a moated elevation. In the middle of the 11th century, a tuffstone predecessor was built. The church hall is available for rent. You can also book a guided tour.
The Martinikerk Easterein
The Martinikerk Easterein
De Martinikerk Easterein
Tsjerkebuorren 2
8734 Easterein
End point:
Waypoint walk 47
Easterein
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Directions
Starting point:
Waypoint walk 47
Easterein
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Let op: voor de mooiste route wandel je eerst een rondje om de linksom kerk. Vanaf de kerk loop je het straatje 'De Streek' in. Je vindt deze straat rechts naast het huis aan Tsjerkebuorren 31. Volg deze straat tot je op een smal schelpenpaadje tussen het water komt. Aan het eind van dit pad sla je linksaf en vervolg je de route richting knoopppunt 36.
End point:
Waypoint walk 47
Easterein
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