Wad'n Hûs
Kollum
Our B&B and holiday home are located right in the heart of the watersports village of Kollum and are suitable for two to three guests. The house has its own entrance, kitchen, private, south-facing outdoor terrace, bathroom featuring walk-in show
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Our B&B and holiday home, suitable for two to three guests, are located in the watersports village of Kollum. We are located right in the heart of this charming village, close to shops and supermarkets. There is even a baker at the corner of our street, 150 metres away. The house has its own entrance and a private south-facing garden. The ground floor offers a cosy seating area, kitchen complete with dishwasher, fridge, gas hob and pots and pans so you can cook your own tasty meals. The living room has a smart tv and a nice workspace. The beautiful bathroom is complete with a walk-in shower, basin and toilet. A staircase leads up to the first floor where you’ll find a spacious bedroom with a comfy boxspring bed. The private garage can accommodate two bicycles and offers a charging station so your electric bicycle battery will be charged and ready for you to ride and explore this beautiful area. Guests even have free access to a sauna!
Brief introduction
Our names are Anne and Netty and we have lived in Kollum for several years. We love living here and taking advantage of the area between Wad and Bos. Introducing peope to these beautiful surroundings is also something we love to do, and this is why we created the Waddenhuis. We know how much people who love to cycle, hike and enjoy the panoramic views like to spend time here. Kollum and the local area are also a lovely spot for people looking for peace and quiet.
If you have any questions or would like to contact us, please feel free to call:
Netty +31 626 124132
Anne +31 621 131045
Contact details Waddenhuis
Eskesstraat 27a
9291 GV KOLLUM (Netherlands)
info@wadnhus.nl
Wadden Region
This is a region that is very popular with cyclists, hikers, birdwatchers and anyone looking for some quiet time away. Located at the edge of the Lauwersmeer National Park and only 25 minutes by car from the Unesco Wadden Sea Conservation Area, this is the ideal recreational setting. The islands of Schiermonnikoog and Ameland are easy to get to from the region, making them perfect for a day trip. For birdwatchers, the Lauwersmeer National Park is a fantastic place to spot a variety of birds, in addition to being a great area for cycling or hiking.
If you’re looking to cool off in the shade of a forest, the Noardlike Fryske Walden (Northern Frisian Woodlands) are within easy reach.
Kollum is situated along one of the routes of the long-distance hiking trails (LAW), fourth leg of the Noardlike Waldenpad. Dokkum is one of the famous eleven Frisian cities (‘Elfsteden’) and is only 15 minutes away by car: a visit to this city is more than worth it!
Kollum
Kollum is located exactly halfway between Groningen and Leeuwarden, and both cities are only half an hour away by car. If you take the (express) train from Buitenpost (five kilometres away), you can get to each in just 20 minutes. Kollum is what is known in this area as a ‘vlecke’, which is a town with rights to hold a weekly market, yet doesn’t have city rights, and almost became the 12th city in Friesland. Also a town known for its watersports, a connection has been created between the Kollum marina and the town centre, and there is also an open waterway connection to the Lauwersmeer and the Wadden Sea. The 'It Paradyske' outdoor swimming pool is only three kilometres away (www.optisport.nl), and the Kollum indoor swimming centre (www.zc-kollum.nl)) is ideal for year-round swimmers. Cinema-lovers will enjoy a night out at the charming Kollum filmhouse, the ‘Tuschinski of the North’. To book tickets and see the schedule, visit www.filmhuiskollum.nl.
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- Cottage, gîte, casa rural
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Headmaster Jakob Klok in the resistance
Headmaster Jakob Klok in the resistance
During the war, Jakob (Jaap) Klok ended up in the resistance in Dantumadeel, where he played an important role. At the time, he lived with his wife and four children in Akkerwoude, where he was headmaster of the school at Hearewei 13. He stayed there until 1947 and will always be remembered as "Headmaster Klok."
Jaap Klok was active socially and in politics as a member of the Dutch Social Democratic Labour Party (SDAP). When party meetings were banned by the German occupiers, Jaap imperceptibly became ever more involved in resistance activities. He passed on party information, distributed illegal newspapers, and looked for addresses for people in hiding. Jaap Klok joined the LO, the National Organisation for Aid to people in Hiding, and became the Akkerwoude village commander.
Although people did not know exactly what he did, it was known that he was in the resistance. Despite the fact that his name circulated among NSB members, he decided not to go into hiding, but instead tried to be even more careful and to sleep at home more often than not.
As the war drew to a close, Jaap became very busy. The Dutch government in exile was calling on railway workers to go on strike. The resistance arranged for the hiding. On 15 December 1944, a group of about sixty refugees from Arnhem arrived at his school. Jaap was indirectly involved in the evacuation committee, which was looking for addresses for the unfortunate Arnhem residents.
Shortly thereafter, he was warned at the schoolhouse that during a raid in Murmerwoude, explicit questions were asked about schoolmaster Klok. Jaap did not hesitate a second and quickly left the house. And not a moment too soon, as ten minutes after his departure the Germans were already on his doorstep. From that moment on, Jaap knew that he had to be very careful. He hardly ever slept at home anymore.
From January 1945 onwards, the situation became explosive. After the discovery of weapons on a farm in Aalsum, the Germans became fanatical. They relentlessly hunted down resistance fighters and used any means to make those who were caught talk. The name "Jaap Klok" was also mentioned during these interrogations. Sufficient reason to leave then and there, with his whole family. The children stayed with relatives. He and his wife went into hiding elsewhere.
During the last weeks of the war, Jaap was very busy. Much had to be organised and discussed within the resistance to expel the Germans and prepare for the arrival of the Canadians. Just before Dantumadeel was liberated, the inhabitants were already beside themselves with joy. They raised the flag and took to the streets en masse to celebrate. Because of his resistance work, Jaap knew exactly what the situation was with regard to the liberation. He climbed onto the balcony of the town hall and addressed the people. After all, the danger had not yet passed. Even when that was the case shortly thereafter, he ensured that peace was maintained among the population of Dantumadeel and thus prevented the molestation of a number of NSB members.
After the war, he held many administrative positions in the province of Friesland. In 1984, Jaap Klok died at the age of 91. Fifteen years later, a statue of him was erected in Akkerwoude, which was then called Damwoude, as a tribute.
From the book "De oorlog een gezicht geven" (deel 6) – Dantumadeel in de periode '40 - '45 by Yvonne te Nijenhuis and Reinder H. Postma
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The liberation of Friesland 1
The liberation of Friesland 1
In early April, it became clear that the liberation of Friesland was imminent. Although the province had not suffered a real Hunger Winter like other parts of the Netherlands, there were severe shortages of just about everything. And the terror of the occupying forces was growing. This also led to increased resistance against the occupying forces. The battle between the two was tougher than ever in early 1945.
In Friesland, assault groups known as Knokploegen (KP) were responsible for most acts of resistance. But there were other groups too. On the orders of the Dutch government in London, all these groups were merged into the Dutch Domestic Armed Forces (NBS). In Friesland, this happened on 12 December 1944.
The NBS, popularly referred to as the BS, gave the armed resistance an organisation with a clear structure. The NBS was also supposed to play a role in the upcoming liberation. To this end, resistance groups were provided with weapons from autumn 1944. These were dropped from the air.
On 8 April, Radio Orange broadcast the message "The bottle is empty." This was the signal for the NBS to start carrying out sabotage operations 36 hours later. The aim was to make it as difficult as possible for the Germans to defend themselves against the approaching Allied forces.
The resistance did this by putting bridges and railways out of order, blocking waterways and blocking roads. The response of the occupying forces was ruthless. In retaliation, dozens more prisoners were shot at different times and places.Once the Canadians entered Friesland on 12 April, they were supported extremely effectively by the Frisian resistance. Because it was superbly organised, they were able to help the Canadians take control of important bridges, repair damaged bridges, and advise on the most favourable route.
By 18 April, the whole province was liberated except for the Wadden Islands (these were liberated in late May and in June). Compared to other provinces, there was little fighting in Friesland. Overall, the few thousand German troops who had been unable to flee Friesland were defeated by the Canadians relatively quickly.
The commander of the Royal Canadian Dragoons, Lieutenant Colonel Landell, praised the actions of the resistance by stating "Friesland liberated herself." While that may be a bit of an exaggeration, the actions of the Frisian resistance undoubtedly accelerated the liberation. And reduced the number of casualties on the Allied side.
In confrontations with German troops and their Dutch accomplices, at least 31 resistance fighters lost their lives. On the Allied side, at least eleven Canadians and one Frenchman were killed. The fighting and shelling also resulted in dozens of civilian casualties. The number of casualties on the German side is not known, but probably ran into the hundreds. With 320 houses destroyed and 4,000 damaged and 80 bridges destroyed, Friesland was materially the least damaged province in the Netherlands.
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Fries Landbouwmuseum (Frisian Agricultural Museum)
Fries Landbouwmuseum (Frisian Agricultural Museum)
