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Living in Friesland

Vibrant cities, vast nature reserves and a wealth of culture, festivals and events. Well-regarded schools, affordable housing and modern hospitals. And: a thriving economy, innovative employers and challenging jobs. If you live and work in Friesland, you can enjoy all the benefits this province has to offer. Curious to find out whether living and working in Friesland is right for you? Read the stories of people who went before you. Or use the match tool and discover which Frisian employers suit you best in just 10 questions.

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Prosperity for all

Did you know that Friesland is one of the first European regions to consistently focus on prosperity for everyone? For everyone and with everyone. Entrepreneurs, educational institutions and government bodies are working together to chart a circular economic course based on the United Nations' seventeen sustainability goals. Together, we will ensure that by 2030, everyone in the north will have a good place to live and work.

Discover Friesland

A flying start to your life in Friesland. Get to know the Frisian municipalities with our quick guide. And what exactly is mienskip?

Where would you like to live?
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Your new job or internship

You will find your new challenging job or internship in Friesland. We have collected the best vacancies for you.

Jobs & vacancies
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Discover which employer suits you best

Are you, like us, convinced about working in Friesland? But have no idea where to start? Then start with the match tool and discover within 10 questions which employers match your values!

Matchtool
Fill in the match tool for companies and employees

The Frisian Eleven Cities 

You're probably familiar with the Elfstedentocht. But did you know that the cities visited by the 'tour of tours' are all beautiful places? Take a look or, even better, choose one as your new place of residence!

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Discover the Eleven cities of Friesland