Restaurants and activities

From a simple helping of fries to a fantastic four-course dinner or a nice beer in the pub: Vrouwenpolder has it all. That includes all kinds of fish, shellfish and other seafood, naturally enough for a village right next to the North Sea and the Veerse Meer lake. The Storm Surge Barrier is world-famous. It’s not only known for its hydraulic engineering: the best mussels come from here, both bottom-cultured and grown in baskets.

From relaxing beach days to action on and around the water—the region offers a complete range of activities. Hop on a bike through dunes and polders, take a brisk beach walk, or explore Lake Veere by SUP, sailboat, or kayak. For those who want to pick up the pace: kitesurfing along the North Sea coast, land sailing on the beach, or challenging routes for mountain biking and gravel riding.

There’s plenty to experience beyond the beach as well: visit historic towns such as Veere and Middelburg, wander through nature reserves like Oranjezon, or take a boat tour along the Delta Works. There’s always something to do here—from active adventures to total relaxation.