Book your early-season holiday on the water now

Book your early-season holiday on the water

Spring cruising in Friesland – enjoy peace, nature, and great value with Yachtcharter De Drait

Discover Friesland from the water this spring! Book your boat with Yachtcharter De Drait now and benefit from attractive early-season rates. You can rent a yacht without a boating license, and pets are welcome on board!

Friesland at its finest

Dreaming of your next holiday surrounded by nature? Your boating adventure starts early in the season with us! Escape the hustle and bustle, enjoy the peace, space, and fresh air, and take advantage of our special early-season rates when you rent a boat for at least one week.

Departing from our marinas in Drachten and Woudsend, you can explore the most beautiful places in Friesland – from De Alde Feanen National Park to charming towns such as Sneek, Leeuwarden, and Franeker. Curious about sailing routes? Check out our route tips here.

Why go boating in spring?

Spring is the perfect time to experience Friesland at its purest:

🌼 Peaceful waters and nature in full bloom
💶 Extra attractive rates for weekly rentals
🐶 Pets welcome – bring your dog along on board
🚴‍♀️ Combine your trip with cycling, walking, or fishing
🍽️ Discover local products, cosy villages, and Frisian hospitality

Whether you choose a romantic getaway for two, a family holiday on the water, or simply want to relax and unwind, you’ll always find a suitable boat and route with us.

Boats & prices – Spring 2026

Boats for up to 6 people – departure from Drachten or Woudsend

• 1st week: € 1,000 including mandatory costs*
• 2nd week: € 750
• 3rd week: € 500

Drachten: Classicline 1300 Drait 39, Advantage 38 Drait 88 or Drait 133, Renal 36 Drait 42, Renal 40 Drait 48
Woudsend: Renal 36 Drait 104, Classicline 1300 Drait 52, Kotterjacht 12.2 Victoria or Helena, Bravoure 34 Drait 82

Larger boats for up to 12 people – departure from Drachten or Woudsend

• 1st week: € 1250 including mandatory costs*
• 2nd and 3rd week: € 750

Drachten: Impression 1400 Drait 61, Impression 1400 Drait 72, Renal 50 Drait 33, Renal 45 Drait 31, Deluxe 42 Drait 100
Woudsend: Deluxe 42 Drait 116, Kotterjacht 13.5 Ryanne, Advantage 42 Drait 77

💡 These prices exclude fuel and optional extras. They are not automatically displayed in our booking calendar or “search & book” system – please contact us for details!

Why choose Yachtcharter De Drait?

• No boating license required – everyone can sail

• No experience? Join our skipper training before departure

• Flexible departure days (Monday to Saturday)

• Wide choice of fully equipped and luxury boats

• Optional extras available: bed linen, towels, bicycles, fishing permits, and more

* Spring 2026 promotion condition

• Valid for departures between 27 February and 27 March 2026
• Only valid for bookings made by phone (+31 512 513276) or email (contact@dedrait.com)
• Prices include the service fee (cleaning, administration, and service package)
• Excluding fuel, parking costs, and optional extras
• Only valid for weekly rentals (no weekend or midweek options)
• This promotion is not valid in conjunction with other promotions and discounts

Routes for Boating trips in the low season

Have you rented a boat between the 1st of November and the 31 of March, and are wondering where to sail? Our inspiration map shows:

✔️ Overview of remotely operated bridges
✔️ Where you can moor
✔️ Suggested sailing routes

Of course, you can also plan your own route! During check-in and instruction, we’ll be happy to help you choose a suitable route. From our departure locations, you can easily explore Friesland’s waters, even without bridge operation.

📌 Note: The route map is for inspiration only. Always use the latest water charts and almanacs for navigation. Routes may change.

Sail past stunning Frisian cities such as Sloten, Sneek, IJlst, Stavoren, Workum, and Leeuwarden. These are accessible by boat year-round and offer plenty of opportunities for exploration. During this season, it’s quieter, allowing you to moor easily in city centers. Enjoy culinary delights, historical sights, and the unique winter atmosphere.

From our locations in Drachten and Woudsend, standard boating routes have been prepared for a weekend, midweek, and week, which you can follow. Click the buttons below for the PDF version. The PDFs also include daily mooring places, restaurant tips, and sights, so you can fully enjoy your winter boating trip.

Weekroute
Midweek/weekend Drachten
Midweek/Weekend Woudsend

Book your spring holiday on the water now

Spring cruising with Yachtcharter De Drait – where peace, space, and relaxation come together. 📞 Call +31 512 513276 or ✉️ email contact@dedrait.com to reserve your boat today.