Wolvega is the capital and largest town within the municipality of Weststellingwerf, located in the province of Friesland (Fryslan) in the Netherlands. Situated between the larger towns of Heerenveen and Steenwijk, it serves as the primary settlement in the Stellingwerven region.
As of 2021, Wolvega had a population of approximately 13,090 residents. It is characterized by its geographic position as a significant local hub within the provincial infrastructure of Friesland.