Swichum is a village in Leeuwarden municipality in the province of Friesland, the Netherlands.

During the 10th century, a dike was built linking the village to Goutum and Leeuwarden.

The estate was the scene of several battles between the Vetkopers and Schieringers.

In 1515, the Barrahuis was destroyed, however George, Duke of Saxony awarded the van Ayttas the estate Montzimahuis in Leeuwarden.

The front of the farm at the location is a remainder of the former estate.