Drachten
Drachten is a town in the northern Netherlands.
It is located in the municipality of Smallingerland, Friesland. It had a population of around 56,098 in 2023 and is the second largest town in the province of Friesland.
Getting to Drachten
Drachten is along the A7 motorway, providing connections from the southwest (Amsterdam 1h 30m; Heerenveen 20m) and the east (Westerkwartier region 15m; Groningen 30m; German border 1h). The N31 expressway provides a direct connection from the provincial capital Leeuwarden in the northwest (30m) and the N381 trunk road connects to Drenthe province.
Where to eat
The main bar and restaurant area is considered to be around the so-called "Kaden", so the Noorderkade and Zuiderkade. There are, however, plenty of establishments in the other commercial streets. De Splinter, Zuidkade 45. A good selection of straight-forward restaurant dishes, including steaks, fish filets and several vegetarian options. Mains from €15. Pata Negras Tapas, Noordkade 32.
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