As mentioned, we start our boat trip in the town of Broek, where the rental company is located. After we have first been provided with some explanation and information about the sloop, our cruise on the Frisian Lakes begins. Via the larger lakes: the Langweerder Wielen and the Koevordermeer and then the narrower water the Welle, we arrive at the village of Woudsend. This town, with a protected village view, is located between the Heegermeer and the Slotermeer and is on the route of the Eleven Cities Tour. Woudsend has two mills, namely the De Jager sawmill and the 't Lam corn mill, as well as several churches. The water sports resort has approximately 1400 inhabitants.