Things to do in Zeeland

Hop on board the Middelburg canal cruise and explore this historic city from the water. Cruise past the Lange Jan – Middelburg's iconic 90.5-meter-tall tower – the VOC building, the Oostkerk, and the Kloveniersdoelen. During the cruise, you'll be taken along the picturesque canals, past the marina, right into the heart of Middelburg. Middelburg was the second VOC (Dutch East India Company) city in the Netherlands. Today, it's the fifth monument city in the country, boasting over 1200 monuments. Throughout the journey, you'll enjoy stunning views of the city's most notable landmarks. Our captain will regale you with tales of the city's origins, its rich history, and its monumental buildings.

Visit the historical capital of the province of Zeeland and marvel at the more than 1200 monuments that the city beholds with this bilingual tour. Together with our city guide you will walk through the monumental city center of Middelburg. Along the way, quiet squares, hidden alleys, high abbey towers and old merchant houses take you to other times. Highlights are the townhall, Abbey with tower (long John), Damsquare, Kuiperspoort and beautiful alleys with merchant houses. The tour will be in Dutch Meetingpoint: before the Townhall (Markt), citycenter Children until 12 years for free.

Electric Boat - starting times at 9.30, 12:30 15:30, 18:30 (slots visible on www.ervaarvlot.nl) Enjoy the silence and the beauty of the water with your family and friends. Our e-boat equipped for 4 persons is a very easy and comfortable way to boat on our channels and visit the historical harbor of Goes. You have 2.5 hours to explore the region and enjoys some drinks and food together. It's allowed to bring your dog as well on board (we charge an additional fee on EUR 9.95). There is an option to rent our boat in the evening as well, but you would need to contact our shop by phone. We will provide you with a life jacket and waterbags if appreciated.

On the Markt stands perhaps the city's most photographed building: the Middelburg Town Hall. Feast your eyes and take the time to admire this town hall. The longer you look at it, the more fascinating details you will discover. Gargoyles, statues of Zeeland counts and countesses, turrets, landings, stained glass windows, the red and white shutters. During World War II, the city hall was largely destroyed by fire after a bombing raid. It was decided to renovate or rebuild the existing architecture, including City Hall, in the original style. Experience with our expert guide a historic tour through the beautiful late Gothic town hall and tell you about its eventful history. You will visit, among other things, the wedding hall, the council chamber and the civic hall. Exclusive guided tour by guides of the Tourist Info Middelburg. Duration of the tour is 1 hour.

During our Beach Safari, we embark on an exciting beach walk to discover the abundant life on the shore and in the North Sea. This interactive and educational experience is perfect for both young and old. With a large trawl net, magnifying jars, identification cards, and a keen eye, we will learn to recognize the animals, plants, and shells we encounter. Throughout the tour, our guide will share fun facts and interesting tidbits about everything we come across. Using a trawl Net We will use a large trawl net to trawl through the shallow waters along the coastline. This net helps us capture and observe a wide variety of marine life, offering a unique glimpse into the underwater world. Magnifying Jars and Identification Cards Magnifying jars allow us to examine our smaller catches up close, while identification cards help us recognize and learn about the different species of animals, plants, and shells we find. Animals and Plants You Might Encounter Starfish: These fascinating echinoderms come in various shapes and sizes. Crabs: We will discover different types of crabs, from the small shore crab to the larger North Sea crab. Shrimps: These crustaceans often hide under rocks and in the sand. Fish: Small fish, such as sand eels, live close to the shore. Shells: We will find and identify various shell species that wash up on the beach. Other Marine Life: We might even encounter seahorses, cuttlefish, jellyfish, and seals. Fun Facts and Interesting Tidbits Our guide will share fascinating information and stories about marine life. Did you know that a starfish can regenerate a lost arm? Or that crabs walk sideways because of the way their legs are structured? You'll also learn the difference between a common seal and a grey seal, and how to identify a male crab. An Activity for Everyone The Beach Safari tour is a fantastic activity where young and old alike can learn about beach life. It is a perfect opportunity for families, school groups, or individual nature enthusiasts to explore the rich biodiversity of the coast. Safety and Respect for Nature Safety: We ensure that all participants remain safe during the activity. We stay in shallow water and avoid strong currents. Respect for Nature: We treat all animals and plants with care and return them to their natural environment after observation. It's important to respect and protect nature. Join our Beach Safari tour and discover the wonders of beach life! It is an adventurous and educational experience you won't want to miss.

During our Beach Safari, we embark on an exciting beach walk to discover the seals and the abundant life on the shore in the North Sea. This interactive and educational experience is perfect for both young and old. With a large trawl net or crab rods, magnifying jars, identification cards, and a keen eye, we will learn to recognize the animals, plants, and shells we encounter and discover all you wanna know about seals in the natural habitat. Throughout the tour, our guide will share fun facts and interesting tidbits about everything we come across. Using a trawl Net (summer edition) We will use a large trawl net to trawl through the shallow waters along the coastline. This net helps us capture and observe a wide variety of marine life, offering a unique glimpse into the underwater world. Using Crab rods Searching for shellfish, we use crab rods to lure the animals in the sea. It’s always a surprise what we catch. We use tongs with shellfish to attract the sea creatures. Magnifying Jars and Identification Cards Magnifying jars allow us to examine our smaller catches up close, while identification cards help us recognize and learn about the different species of animals, plants, and shells we find. Animals and Plants You Might Encounter Seals: We will see and learn all about the seals in the North sea. Starfish: These fascinating echinoderms come in various shapes and sizes. Crabs: We will discover different types of crabs, from the small shore crab to the larger North Sea crab. Shrimps: These crustaceans often hide under rocks and in the sand. Fish: Small fish, such as sand eels, live close to the shore. Shells: We will find and identify various shell species that wash up on the beach. Other Marine Life: We might even encounter seahorses, cuttlefish, jellyfish Fun Facts and Interesting Tidbits Our guide will share fascinating information and stories about marine life. Did you know that a starfish can regenerate a lost arm? Or that crabs walk sideways because of the way their legs are structured? You'll also learn the difference between a common seal and a grey seal, and how to identify a male crab. An Activity for Everyone The Beach Safari tour is a fantastic activity where young and old alike can learn about beach life. It is a perfect opportunity for families, school groups, or individual nature enthusiasts to explore the rich biodiversity of the coast. Safety and Respect for Nature Safety: We ensure that all participants remain safe during the activity. We stay in shallow water and avoid strong currents. Respect for Nature: We treat all animals and plants with care and return them to their natural environment after observation. It's important to respect and protect nature. Join our Beach Safari tour and discover the wonders of beach life! It is an adventurous and educational experience you won't want to miss.

Ready Made Tours to Explore Zeeland on our electric vehicles. Our Tours are accessible through GPS on your mobile phone and allow you to see all the hotspots in the areas (Oosterschelde, Yerseke, Veerse Meer, Veere etc.). Our shop is opened 7 days from 9:30 till 21:00 during summer period Electric choppers - Explore the area on our E-choppers. You will get the safety instructions and a helmet and you are ready to go. Use our GPS tours to visit the hotspots and close the day with a dinner close in Goes. Please be mindful that you need a valid driving license. Electric bike: Our luxury and comfortable e-bikes are available for the full day. You will be able to easily bike between 80-120km which allows you to see all the different landscapes of the region. Accessoires are offered in our shop. Electric Kickbike - starting at 12.30 or 15:30 Unique in the area! Explore the area around Goes (historical villages and the Oosterschelde) on our electric steps. This activity is 100% electric, but our most adventurous! Our activity will last around 2.5 hours with plenty of opportunities to get a drink, make pictures and enjoy the surroundings. Please note that the minimum age is 16 years. Electric Boat - starting at 9.30, 12:30 or 15:30 Enjoy the silence with your family and friends. Our e-boat equipped for 4 persons is a very easy and comfortable way to boat on our channels and visit the historical harbor of Goes. You have 2.5 hours to explore the region and enjoys some drinks and food together.

In the Zeeuws Museum, based in a former abbey, you will discover surprising aspects of Zeeland’s culture and history: from archaeological finds and world-famous tapestries to regional costume, porcelain, silver and the most diverse objects that Zeelanders have brought home from distant lands. The extremely varied collection serves as the basis for innovative exhibitions that always have a relationship to the here and now. The Zeeuws Museum preserves approximately 30,000 objects that tell stories about Zeeland’s culture and history. We deploy art and heritage to build a resilient society. That is our mission. The museum is a place for encounters, where we learn to look at things in a different way and develop new skills. We share knowledge, techniques and stories about the collection with artists, designers and local communities, thus keeping Zeeland’s heritage alive.

Ready Made Tours to Explore Zeeland on our electric vehicles. Our Tours are accessible through GPS on your mobile phone and allow you to see all the hotspots in the areas (Oosterschelde, Yerseke, Veerse Meer, Veere etc.). Our shop is opened 7 days from 9:30 till 18:00. Electric bike: Our luxury and comfortable e-bikes are available for the full day. You will be able to easily bike between 80-120km which allows you to see all the different landscapes of the region. Accessoires are offered in our shop. Electric Kickbike (e=step) - starting at 13:00 Unique in the area! Explore the area around Goes (historical villages and the Oosterschelde) on our electric steps using our GPS routes. This activity is 100% electric, but our most adventurous! Our activity will last around 2.5 hours with plenty of opportunities to get a drink, make pictures and enjoy the surroundings. Please note that the minimum age is 16 years. Electric choppers - starting at 9.30 of 14:00 Explore the area on our E-choppers for 4 hours. You will get the safety instructions and a helmet and you are ready to go. Use our GPS tours to visit the hotspots and close the day with a diner close in Goes. Please be mindful that you need a valid driving license. Electric Boat - starting at 9.30, 12:30 or 15:30 Enjoy the silence with your family and friends. Our e-boat equipped for 4 persons is a very easy and comfortable way to boat on our channels and visit the historical harbor of Goes. You have 2.5 hours to explore the region and enjoys some drinks and food together.

Ready Made Tours to Explore Zeeland on our electric vehicles. Our Tours are accessible through GPS on your mobile phone and allow you to see all the hotspots in the areas (Oosterschelde, Yerseke, Veerse Meer, Veere etc.). Our shop is open 7 days from 9:30 till 18:00. Electric bike: Our luxury and comfortable e-bikes are available for the full day. You will be able to easily bike between 80-120km which allows you to see all the different landscapes of the region. Accessories are offered in our shop.