About Opsterland

Beautiful landscapes, peace and space, quality of life, good accessibility, many recreational opportunities, art and culture: that is Opsterland. There is also a lot to learn and know here about Opsterland as a municipality; take a look!

This is Opsterland

Municipality Opsterland is located in the middle of the Frisian Woods in the southeast of Fryslân. The diverse landscape is unique in the region.

Opsterland in figures

As of January 1, 2025, the municipality of Opsterland had 30,006 inhabitants divided into 16 villages.

History

Read all about the history of our municipality. A history that begins as early as 150,000 BC with the "fist axe of Wijnjeterp.

Flag and coat of arms

The municipality of Opsterland has its own flag and coat of arms in addition to the municipal house style.

Municipal Magazine

A municipal magazine is published every year. A handy guide for residents, newcomers and tourists in the municipality.

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