Friesland - Western Natural Region

Friesland consists of two different natural regions. In the west of Friesland there are great expanses of fens, partly (along the North Sea coast) reclaimed from the sea and partly (farther inland) in areas once occupied by freshwater lakes. In the Frisian lake district, a popular recreation and holiday area for water sports enthusiasts near the town of Sneek, there are still many remnants of these lakes.