Grauwe Kat

Grauwe Kat is a settlement in Súdwest-Fryslân located between Witmarsum and Arum, extending across roughly 42 hectares north of the Harlingervaart waterway. It consists of scattered houses spread through open countryside with flat terrain throughout the area.

This place developed during the second half of the 1800s on the eastern dike of the Pingjumer Halsband, originally named De Grauwe Kat. Its growth was tied to the water management infrastructure that gave the settlement its name.

The name originates from a gray sluice structure called a katzijl, a water control device that was important to the region. This connection to water management reflects how closely daily life in Friesland has always been tied to managing water and land.

This area is excellent for cycling with a well-developed route of roughly 3.6 kilometers featuring flat terrain throughout. The level landscape makes it accessible for both beginners and experienced riders.

The settlement contains a small hotel with its own music studio and rehearsal space built into the same building. This combination makes it an interesting stopover for musicians and bands looking to work in a rural setting.

Location: Súdwest-Fryslân

GPS coordinates: 53.11420,5.48670

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44