On our way

After getting fresh bread and connecting a last loose wire, we left Franeker. But not before taking these pictures, which show that nature is still completely in 'winter mode': no buds or leaves to be seen on the trees. Winter has been very long and there have been sub zero temperatures until a few days before we arrived.











We travelled from Franeker to Leeuwarden and then on to Dokkum where we are now. We got to Leeuwarden during the bridge keepers' lunchtime, so there was a half hour delay. And after that, in spite of the steep bridge fees (€6.50 for four bridges), the service was very slow, so much so, that in future it will be better to take the longer route around the city.
Then on to Dokkum, a relatively uneventful trip. It was still grey with even a bit of drizzle. The tiny lambs in the meadow must have wondered if this was what life is all about.

We tied up in the very pretty town of Dokkum (one of the 11 Friesian 'steden', which means towns) a bit before 5 and hey, the sun came out and we did not need the heater!

This is the view behind the boat:





We might stay here tomorrow, the plan is to go to Schiermonnikoog from here and the wind and tide suggest that Monday is a better day to do this. The predictions for tomorrow are for 20C. We need to feel that to believe it!

Location:9101NH,Dokkum,The Netherlands