Classic flat-bottom boats & sloops · Friesland
Rent a boat in Friesland and discover the Wadden Sea
From our home port Lunegat, reach Lauwersmeer in half an hour and the Wadden Sea in an hour and a half. Step aboard a restored classic.
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Restored classics
Flat-bottom boats, motorboats, and sloops with character, technically maintained to perfection.
Personal guidance
The Sil team helps you on your way — even beginners set sail with confidence.
Wadden Sea & Lauwersmeer
Freely moor at 300+ Marrekrite spots, right in nature.
The fleet
Which boat will you take on your adventure?
Wild Goose
Jondalar
Blauburd
Anna-Lynn
LG03
Overnight in nature
Moor at a Marrekrite spot
34 kilometers of free mooring spots, 300+ locations in the heart of Friesland’s waters — and mooring costs you nothing. A maximum of three days at the same spot, surrounded by peace and birds.
Sailing in Friesland
Discover Friesland and the Wadden Sea from the water
Friesland, with its vast lakes, winding canals, and historic towns, is a true paradise for anyone who loves sailing. From our home port in Dokkumer Nieuwe Zijlen, you can reach Lauwersmeer in half an hour, or set course towards Dokkum, Leeuwarden, Sneek, and Grou. Whether you want to sail the Eleven Cities route for a week or just relax for a few days — at Sailing with Sil, you can rent a classic boat in Friesland that suits you.
Along the way, you can moor for free at one of the 300+ Marrekrite spots, right in nature. In the evening, enjoy the tranquility on the water, with your boat moored at a free mooring spot or in a cozy marina.
Rent a flat-bottom boat at the Wadden Sea
In addition to comfortable sloops for a day out, we rent authentic flat-bottom boats to take you onto the Wadden Sea. In an hour and a half, you can sail from the marina to the Wadden Sea, heading towards Schiermonnikoog, Ameland, or Terschelling — or to run aground on the sandbanks between the islands.
Sailing experience is required to rent a flat-bottom boat. If you don’t have that yet, our experienced skippers are happy to help you get started with a flat-bottom course that you can book with your sailing holiday.
Inspiration & sailing tips
Sailing holiday in Friesland
Step aboard a classic boat and sail past the most beautiful lakes, villages, and nature of Friesland.
Sailing tips for beginners
Heading out for the first time with a sloop or motorboat? With these tips, you’ll enjoy every meter from the start.
The Wadden Sea by flat-bottom boat
Discover why a flat-bottom boat is the best way to experience the UNESCO World Heritage of the Wadden Sea.
Lauwersmeer National Park
One of the most beautiful nature reserves in the Netherlands and a Dark Sky Park, close to our home port.