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Holwerd
City in Friesland, Netherlands
Overview
Holwerd is a picturesque village in Friesland, Netherlands, famed for its scenic landscapes, historical architecture, and as a gateway to Ameland island. Its peaceful pace, friendly locals, and proximity to the UNESCO-listed Wadden Sea make it an excellent base for exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Netherlands
Province
Friesland
Population
—
Time Zone
Europe/Amsterdam
Coordinates
53.37°, 5.90°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,890
Local Cost
$1,237
Local Income
$2,350
Cashless
78
English
80
Temperature
10.7°C
Summer Avg
16.7°C
Winter Avg
4.9°C
Record High
27.9°C
Record Low
-5.9°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
901 mm
Internet Speed
196 Mbps
Upload
206 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
6
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
3
Parks
1
Transport
32
Walk Score
32
Footways
63.0
Airport
LWR
Distance
18 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 14 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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