Sneek is a city southwest of Leeuwarden located in the province of Friesland. Situated on the Frisian lakes and rivers well known for its canals, Waterpoort and watersports. In fact, Sneek is so popular for its sports enthusiasts that it hosts Sneekweek, the biggest water sports event on European inland water.Discover the city’s beautiful canals and historic Waterpoort - a gate in a defensive wall that connects a city to a waterway. See ‘Fortuna’s Fountain’ that was designed for the 11Fountains project, in which a fountain was created for each of Friesland’s 11 cities.Then, step inside The Fries Scheepvaart Museum in the Kleinzand area of Sneek, focused on seafaring life you’ll see old sailing ships models, naval paintings and silver pieces.ailing ships models, naval paintings and silver pieces.