Holwert
Village in Friesland, Netherlands / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Holwerd?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Holwert is a village in Noardeast-Fryslân municipality in the northern Netherlands, in the province of Friesland. It had a population of around 1,607 in January 2017.[3] Before 2019, the village was part of the Dongeradeel municipality.[4]
Quick Facts Country, Province ...
Holwert | |
---|---|
Village | |
Coordinates: 53°22′N 5°54′E | |
Country | Netherlands |
Province | Friesland |
Municipality | Noardeast-Fryslân |
Area | |
• Total | 18.42 km2 (7.11 sq mi) |
Elevation | 0.7 m (2.3 ft) |
Population (2021)[1] | |
• Total | 1,595 |
• Density | 87/km2 (220/sq mi) |
Postal code | 9151[1] |
Dialing code | 0519 |
Close
The ferry to the island of Ameland departs from Holwert. Wadloopcentrum Fryslân in Holwert is a centre for the training of wadlopen guides and the preservation of the sport. There are two windmills in Holwert, De Hoop and Miedenmolen.