New housing estate Hikkemieden
Hikkemieden is the newest neighbourhood in Wirdum, with space for about 71 houses. The district combines modern living comforts with the nature of Friesland. Hikkemieden is located on the outskirts of Wirdum, with the tranquillity of the countryside yet close to village amenities.
Living in Hikkemieden
In Hikkemieden, the focus is on living in the outdoors. You will live in peace and quiet here, with a view of the meadows and bodies of water, while still being close to the amenities of the village. The first houses have already been built, but the district continues to grow. We will dig a waterway around the summer of 2026. This will create a small peninsula on open water, with space for 7 open market plots and 8 plots for semi-detached houses. The first open market plots are now available. More information is available on this page.
Planning
- Sale of open market plots on Het Eiland:
We expect that we will be able to start making the area ready for construction after the summer: we will build mains services and the road. 7 open market plots are now for sale. - Construction work in the public space:
After the summer of 2026, we will dig the waterways around the island. - Semi-detached houses on Het Eiland:
The local authority is currently looking for a developer that will design, construct and sell the semi-detached houses. - Open market plots on It Blauleech:
The 5 open market plots on It Blauleech have been sold. Construction of these houses is expected to start in 2026. - Semi-detached houses on It Blauleech:
The 4 plots for semi-detached houses on It Blauleech are under option. - Social housing:
In early February 2026, WoonFriesland started construction of 12 social housing units. - Affordable owner-occupied homes (starter homes):
There will also be affordable owner-occupied homes: 2 mid-terraced houses and 2 end-terraced houses. Registration closed on 6 February 2026. All houses have been sold. Construction will probably start in May or June 2026.
A map (opens in new tab)of the district provides an accurate overview of the plots and planning.
Sale of open market plots on Het Eiland
North of It Blauleech, we will be digging a waterway around the summer of 2026. This will create a peninsula where you can live on the waterfront. There will be 7 open market plots for detached houses on Het Eiland. The plots will be on De Koai and It Blauleech. Their sizes are between 437 m² and 670 m². On these plots, there is plenty of room to design and build your home.
Registering your interest in a plot
You can register your interest in a plot using the Wirdum – Hikkemieden 7 open market plots registration form (opens in new tab). This will be possible until Friday 24 April 2026, 12 pm. If there are more registrations than plots, the plots will be allocated by means of a draw. After the closing date, we will inform you whether you are being allocated a plot.
Documents and information
- Brochure
You will find more information about the plan, the plots and the prices in the brochure (opens in new tab). - Plot passports
A plot passport (opens in new tab) has been created for every available plot. This sets out the rules and requirements for the plot, such as the size, the zoning plan and the aesthetics regulations.- If you are having difficulty opening the files or trouble reading them, contact the City of Leeuwarden so we can discuss the plans with you.
- Development plan
The development plan for Wirdum Hikkemieden was approved on 12 December 2024. This plan sets out the rules for using the area and building houses. You will find more information about the development plan on the Ruimtelijkeplannen.nl (opens in new tab) website, by searching for the plan name or number in Wirdum – Hikkemieden. - Aesthetics regulations
The aesthetics regulations (opens in new tab) state what houses must look like and what materials and colours may be used. The aim is an attractive neighbourhood that is cohesive and offers room for different styles. - General conditions of sale
All applicable conditions of sale are set out in the City of Leeuwarden General Conditions of Sale 2014. This document is available on request. Contact the City of Leeuwarden.
Invitation to walk-in meeting
Are you interested in an open market plot on the island? You are more than welcome at our walk-in meeting, which will be held at the village hall in Wirdum (Fromaweg 2, 9917 PK Wirdum) on Wednesday 15 April, from 6.30 pm to 8 pm.
Questions
Please contact the City of Leeuwarden.
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Living in Hikkemieden
In Hikkemieden, the focus is on living in the outdoors. You will live in peace and quiet here, with a view of the meadows and bodies of water, while still being close to the amenities of the village. The first houses have already been built, but the district continues to grow. We will dig a waterway around the summer of 2026. This will create a small peninsula on open water, with space for 7 open market plots and 8 plots for semi-detached houses. The first open market plots are now available. More information is available on this page.
Planning
- Sale of open market plots on Het Eiland:
We expect that we will be able to start making the area ready for construction after the summer: we will build mains services and the road. 7 open market plots are now for sale. - Construction work in the public space:
After the summer of 2026, we will dig the waterways around the island. - Semi-detached houses on Het Eiland:
The local authority is currently looking for a developer that will design, construct and sell the semi-detached houses. - Open market plots on It Blauleech:
The 5 open market plots on It Blauleech have been sold. Construction of these houses is expected to start in 2026. - Semi-detached houses on It Blauleech:
The 4 plots for semi-detached houses on It Blauleech are under option. - Social housing:
In early February 2026, WoonFriesland started construction of 12 social housing units. - Affordable owner-occupied homes (starter homes):
There will also be affordable owner-occupied homes: 2 mid-terraced houses and 2 end-terraced houses. Registration closed on 6 February 2026. All houses have been sold. Construction will probably start in May or June 2026.
A map (opens in new tab)of the district provides an accurate overview of the plots and planning.
Sale of open market plots on Het Eiland
North of It Blauleech, we will be digging a waterway around the summer of 2026. This will create a peninsula where you can live on the waterfront. There will be 7 open market plots for detached houses on Het Eiland. The plots will be on De Koai and It Blauleech. Their sizes are between 437 m² and 670 m². On these plots, there is plenty of room to design and build your home.
Registering your interest in a plot
You can register your interest in a plot using the Wirdum – Hikkemieden 7 open market plots registration form (opens in new tab). This will be possible until Friday 24 April 2026, 12 pm. If there are more registrations than plots, the plots will be allocated by means of a draw. After the closing date, we will inform you whether you are being allocated a plot.
Documents and information
- Brochure
You will find more information about the plan, the plots and the prices in the brochure (opens in new tab). - Plot passports
A plot passport (opens in new tab) has been created for every available plot. This sets out the rules and requirements for the plot, such as the size, the zoning plan and the aesthetics regulations.- If you are having difficulty opening the files or trouble reading them, contact the City of Leeuwarden so we can discuss the plans with you.
- Development plan
The development plan for Wirdum Hikkemieden was approved on 12 December 2024. This plan sets out the rules for using the area and building houses. You will find more information about the development plan on the Ruimtelijkeplannen.nl (opens in new tab) website, by searching for the plan name or number in Wirdum – Hikkemieden. - Aesthetics regulations
The aesthetics regulations (opens in new tab) state what houses must look like and what materials and colours may be used. The aim is an attractive neighbourhood that is cohesive and offers room for different styles. - General conditions of sale
All applicable conditions of sale are set out in the City of Leeuwarden General Conditions of Sale 2014. This document is available on request. Contact the City of Leeuwarden.
Invitation to walk-in meeting
Are you interested in an open market plot on the island? You are more than welcome at our walk-in meeting, which will be held at the village hall in Wirdum (Fromaweg 2, 9917 PK Wirdum) on Wednesday 15 April, from 6.30 pm to 8 pm.
Questions
Please contact the City of Leeuwarden.