Dokkum

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Dokkum in earlier days, note that the North is to the left on this map
Dokkum in earlier days, note that the North is to the left on this map

Dokkum is a Dutch fortified town in the municipality of Dongeradeel in the province of Friesland. It has 13,145 inhabitants (per January 1, 2006). Dokkum acquired city rights in 1298. In 1597, the Frisian admiralty was established in Dokkum, however, it was moved to Harlingen in 1645. In case of the Elfstedentocht Dokkum is known as the keerpunt (turning point in Dutch) as it is the place where the speed-skaters have to take the same route as they came to go back to Leeuwarden.

The fortifications of Dokkum are well-preserved and are known as the bolwerken.

Dokkum is famous internationally as Saint Boniface was murdered close to Dokkum in 754.

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Coordinates: 53°20′N, 6°00′E

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