friesland

• Eigenname, der eine Region in Nordeuropa bezeichnet, historisch Teil Frieslands und heute eine Provinz in den Niederlanden.

A proper noun referring to a region in northern Europe, historically part of Frisia, and currently a province in the Netherlands.

unzählbar · Eigenname

1. Historical regionB2formal

   The western part of the ancient region of Frisia in northern Europe, located on the North Sea between the Scheldt and Weser rivers.

   Historische Region

   • Friesland was once part of the larger Frisian territory.
   • The historical region of Friesland extends into modern-day Germany.
   • Trade routes in medieval times passed through Friesland.

2. Province of the NetherlandsB2formal

   One of the northernmost provinces of the Netherlands, known for its lakes, islands, and Frisian language.

   Friesland

   • Friesland is famous for its Elfstedentocht ice skating race.
   • The capital of Friesland is Leeuwarden.
   • Many people in Friesland speak Frisian as their first language.