CultureTue, 30 Jun 2026 – Fri, 18 Sept 2026
Expositie Aukje de Haan
Papageno Huis, Lemmer
Expositie met schilderijen van zeilboten en watersport door Aukje de Haan, te zien in het Papageno Huis. Van 30 juni tot 18 september.
On the IJsselmeer · Friesland
Welcome to Lemmer
Discover everything Lemmer has to offer.
Our watersports village
Lemmer, on the water
On the water, with a cosy centre and world-famous heritage: there's more to experience in Lemmer than you might think. Whether you moor in the harbour, stroll along the waterfront for a day or stay nearby for longer, you'll feel welcome here.
From a boat trip on the water to a visit to the World Heritage Woudagemaal: in Lemmer you experience Friesland at its best. Welcome to us.
Discover Lemmer
Where to begin?
Pick a category and dive in. From a bite to eat to a day on the water.
Food & Drink
Terraces, fish restaurants and cosy cafés
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Shopping
Charming shops in the centre
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Fashion
Boutiques, shoes and accessories
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Home & Interior
Inspiration for your home — furniture and décor
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Health & Beauty
Hair, wellness and self-care
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Services
Skilled trades and business services
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Hotels, B&Bs, campsites and holiday homes
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Culture & Leisure
Museums, activities and events
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Not to be missed in Lemmer
UNESCO World HeritageWoudagemaal
The largest working steam pumping station in the world. An impressive piece of Dutch water engineering, right next to Lemmer.
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Historic centreHet Dok
The lively heart of Lemmer with lock, terraces and boats. Sit down with a coffee and watch the ships pass by.
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On the waterWatersports on the IJsselmeer
Sailing, SUP or a day on the water. Lemmer is the base for watersports on the IJsselmeer and the Frisian lakes.
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Full agendaAugust in Lemmer
What's happening this month? A selection from the local programme.
Culture
FestivalFri 21 – Sun 23 Aug 2026
Glemmer Beach Festival
Strand, Lemmer
Een bruisend strand- en muziekfestival in Lemmer, in 2026 met drie dagen muziek en gezelligheid (t/m 23 augustus).
MarketSat, 22 Aug 2026
Zomermarkt
centrum
Zomermarkt in het centrum van Lemmer rond Het Dok. Struin langs de gezellige kramen, sneup in de leuke winkels van Lemmer en geniet van een hapje en een drankje op de mooie terrassen. Vandaag omlijst met muziek van een heerlijke drumband!
For businesses
Run a business in Lemmer?
Showcase your business on Lemmer Leeft.
Put your business on the map for residents, visitors, watersports lovers and holidaymakers. Sign up and show what you do in Lemmer.