Walcheren, quiet and sunny peninsula

Westkapelle luchtfoto

Nowhere in the Netherlands shines the sun as often and as long as in Walcheren. It's a great starting point for a vacation in Zoutelande. Wherever you are in Zeeland, you are no less than 15 minutes away from the water. Walcheren is traditionally the most famous area of ??Zeeland from a touristic perspective. The whole area is protected from the sea by high dunes, which are only interrupted by a wide seawall near Westkapelle.

Stranden en duinen van Walcheren

The blonde beaches make an excellent playground for children. Swim safely, go hunt for shells, or build a sand castles. The golden sun warms you, and you will experience the freedom of air and water.

Middelburg

Also the sunset is gorgeous. Dream away wonderfully while enjoying a nice glass of Zeeland wine on one of the cozy beach pavilions. The beach with its game of ebb and flow is always fascinating, in any season. A breath of fresh air, let yourself get carried away by the rhythm of the surf. Feel the refreshing breeze through your hair, and fill your lungs with salty sea air. Rather do something more active? Grab your kite and head into battle with the wind. Or ... gallop on the back of one of those tough looking Zeeland draft-horses. The cozy resort of Dishoek invites you to taste the atmosphere. You feel welcome, and you can finally unwind.

Kasteel Westhove

Walcheren in numbers

Population:
±114.000
Residences:
20
Area:
217 km²
Length max:
18,7 km
Width max:
17,5 km
Highest point:
Beach length:
34 km
Biking Trails:
140 km
 

Villages

There are a few well-known seaside towns along the coast of Walcheren. In the village in the southwest of Walcheren lies the seaside town of Zoutelande. Zoutelande has been a cozy family seaside town for years, where activities are organized in the summer for young and old almost every day, such as a weekly tourist market, riding ring and treasure hunting.
Further in the village there's a variety of shops, restaurants, terraces and cafes where you can truly enjoy yourself.

Heading further, behind the highest dunes of Zeeland, are the picturesque places Groot Valkenisse, Dishoek, Biggekerke and Meliskerke. Going against all trends, they manage to retain their own atmosphere. A walk over the dunes, sometimes up to 50 meters high, provides you with a wide view of the sea and over Walcheren. The large sea ships pass by closely to the coastline, a unique sight to see. A narrow, but beautiful nature strip of dunes and forests, forms the natural backdrop.

Veere

In the north of Walcheren lies Veere. This medieval town breathes a glorious past, in every building and on every street. Beautiful fortifications, and other monuments dominate the horizon. Veere has a marina in the center of the town, and has a picturesque location on Veerse Meer (Lake Veere) which is an extensive watersport area.

Museum Veere

Museum Veere

Museum Veere is established in two beautiful historic buildings: The Scottish Houses along de quay and the monumental City Hall on the Market. Together they bring the stirring history of this small city of Veere to live. The unique 16th century statues that once adorned the façade of the City Hall are part ...

    Kaai 25-27, Veere
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    Veerse Meer

    Veerse Meer

    Het Veerse Meer is een natuurgebied ten noordoosten van Walcheren ten zuiden van het Noord-Beveland. Het meer is een populaire watersportplaats voor zeilers, sportvissers, en sportduikers. Er is ook gelegenheid voor surfen en waterskiën via een kabelskibaan en er is een kanohaven bij De ...

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      Strand Domburg

      Domburg

      Domburg is the oldest of the seaside towns, picturesque and mundane at the same time. Formerly it was a well known health resort where the upper class and artists settled. The Marie Tak van Poortvliet Museum honors the former artists' group of Jan Toorop, and Piet Mondriaan among others. The cozy town center has many cafes and shops. Domburg is adjacent to the Manteling, a nature and hiking area.

      Marie Tak van Poortvliet

      Marie Tak van Poortvliet

      The Marie department of the Poortvliet Museum in Domburg successfully organizes exhibitions twice a year with the participants of the old ...

        Ooststraat 10a, Domburg
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        Terra Maris

        Terra Maris

        Terra Maris, meaning land from the sea is the museum for the natural scenery of the province of Zeeland. The museum is established in the ...

          Duinvlietweg 6, Oostkapelle
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          Westhove Castle

          Westhove Castle

          On Walcheren, between the towns of Domburg and Oostkapelle, are ...

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            Luchtfoto Westkapelle

            Westkapelle

            In the shadows of Domburg, only two kilometers from the coast lies the ring village of Aagtekerke. A 15th century church can be seen here. Westkapelle has one heck of a dike: the seawall of Westkapelle. The sea forms a threat regularly here, because the village is situated at the head of Walcheren, with its point in the sea. Still the centuries old, remarkable lighthouse, which became world famous by the paintings of Mondriaan, is a maritime beacon. Westkapelle is also called a village of dike workers. Despite this robust qualification, it is a quiet and pleasant vacation spot with the presence of beach, dunes and the creek and forest area behind the coastline. Westkapelle is very popular, especially among fishermen.

            Lighthouse 't Hoge Licht - Westkapelle

            Lighthouse 't Hoge Licht - Westkapelle

            The lighthouse of Westkapelle. After quite a climb the view from the plateau is more than worth the effort. In good weather you have a ...

              Kerkeweg 1, Westkapelle
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              Lighthouse Noorderhoofd - Westkapelle

              Lighthouse Noorderhoofd - Westkapelle

              The Noorderhoofd (also called the low lighthouse of Westkapelle or Westkapelle Laag) is the second lighthouse in Westkapelle ...

                Zeedijk 5, Westkapelle
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                Polderhuis

                Polderhuis

                You can find the Polderhuis at the foot of the sturdy sea-dike in Westkapelle. A museum where you will be taken back to the lively ...

                  Zuidstraat 154-156, Westkapelle
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                  Standbeeld van Michiel de Ruyter

                  Vlissingen

                  Flushing, with its wide and long boulevards, is an attraction on its own. This city of Michiel de Ruyter exudes a certain maritime atmosphere. You can experience it when you take a walk on the wharf to the marina, enjoying the view of the Westerschelde, and the loading and unloading of the ships. The Zeeland Maritime muZEEum tells you all about the maritime history of Flushing. In the Iguana Reptile Zoo you'll encounter an exhibition of reptiles, amphibians and insects from around the world.

                  Maritiem MuZEEum Zeeland

                  Maritiem MuZEEum Zeeland

                  At muZEEum you discover and experience Zeeland’s maritime past and present in four themes: Water, Work, Glory and Adventure. Water has shaped the province of Zeeland. Water also brought ...

                    Nieuwendijk 15, Vlissingen
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                    Iguana Reptile Zoo

                    Iguana Reptile Zoo

                    Spread over three large buildings are around a subtropical greenhouse which is home to 500 live reptiles, amphibians and insects, all safely behind glass. They come from all over the world, and ...

                      Bellamypark 31-35, Vlissingen
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                      Casemates

                      Casemates

                      The casemates from 1811 lie on the border between land and water. This structure is really a monument within a monument, because these casemates are situated in the heart of Keizersbolwerk, a ...

                        Nieuwendijk 11, Vlissingen
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                        Middelburg

                        Middelburg

                        Middelburg, the capital of Zeeland, closes the tour of the places off worthy. This monumental city has approximately 1.000 large and small monuments. A walk around the city led by a guide takes you along all lively memories from the past. The centuries old Norbertijner Abbey is the highlight of this tour. The buildings are currently in use by the province of Zeeland, and the Zeeland Museum. Mini Mundi will show you the entire island in a nutshell. And if you like to see Middelburg from the water, that's possible too with boat tour through the canals.

                        Zeeland Museum

                        Zeeland Museum

                        The Zeeuws Museum in Middelburg is housed in the Abbey in the centre of Middelburg. The Zeeuws ...

                          Abdij Middelburg, Middelburg
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                          Abdijtoren de Lange Jan

                          Abdijtoren de Lange Jan

                          U kunt hem niet missen, midden in het schitterende historische centrum van Middelburg. Hier verrijst de imposante Abdijtoren de Lange Jan trots boven de vele ...

                            Onder de Toren 1, Middelburg
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                            Middelburg Boat Tour

                            Middelburg Boat Tour

                            A boat tour on the waters of Middelburg is the perfect way to explore the city comfortably and get to know interesting facts. ...

                              Achter de Houttuinen 39, Middelburg
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