Discover Zeeuws Vlaanderen
Camping International is located in Zeeuws Vlaanderen. The southern part of the province of Zeeland separated from the rest of the Netherlands by the Westerschelde estuary. The inhabitants of Zeeuws Vlaanderen do not call their region "a country apart" for nothing. It feels like it is! The people are approachable and exuberant and the atmosphere in the region is relaxed. People here are not so quick to make a fuss. And you will certainly notice that when you go out. A wonderful area to enjoy yourself during a vacation!
Villages and cities
The charm of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen shows itself in the different villages and towns in the area. To begin with the art village of Groede (2 km from Nieuwvliet), which has a museum street where various authentic forms of business are displayed. Breskens (Bresjuhs in the vernacular) has traditionally been a real fishing village. Unfortunately, since a few years there is hardly any fishing left, but the village still exudes the typical atmosphere of a real fishing village. It is still nice to walk around in the harbor area. Here you will also find the fishing museum. On the photo you can also see the attractive border village of Sluis.
Rather cross the Belgian border? You can! Camping International is close to Knokke, the fashionable seaside resort in Belgium where you'll find luxury cars and chic stores. By the way, a lot of French is spoken here. So within 15 km you'll feel like you've been to both Belgium and France!
Walking
Zeeuws Vlaanderen has a landscape with spacious polders and few forests. This gives you wide views and sometimes you can see for miles. Beautiful walks can be made to and through:
- The Verdronken Zwarte polder, the nature reserve on the beach of Nieuwvliet
- The Zwin at Retranchement, where you will find unique plants and birds
- The beach, with views of Vlissingen boulevard and large ships sailing to Antwerp
- Quiet polder roads in the hinterland
- The beach of Cadzand, where you can go looking for real shark teeth
Cycling
There is a beautiful cycle path along the Zwin to Knokke. From there you can even continue your journey to Bruges, where you will undoubtedly be in need of a tasty refreshment. Another great bike ride is along and over the dunes. Cycle from the campsite directly to Nieuwvliet Bad and then turn left or right on the dike. If you follow the dunes to past Breskens, you can even see seals lying on the sandbanks near Hoofdplaat!
At Breskens you can also take the ferry (with or without bike) to Vlissingen. Especially for children, it's a fun experience to cross the Westerschelde with the ferry. And in Vlissingen and the beautiful neighboring city of Middelburg there is plenty to do!
Restaurants
If there is one thing you can do well in Zeeuws Vlaanderen, it is eat out. Because Zeeuws Vlaanderen is a very rich culinary region. Our tips:
De Vijf Weeghen (within walking distance of the campsite)
From pancake to fish stew. Approachable and child friendly; indoor and outdoor playground.
De Strandganger (Nieuwvliet, 2 km)
Our favorite beach pavilion! Atmospheric decor and a menu (with regular Chef tips) & for everyone's wallet.
Het Overleg (Groede, 2 km)
Approachable eatery for a good price.
De Drie Koningen (Groede, 2 km)
Various special beers on a cozy market. This pub has its own brewery.
Etablissement 1880 (Groede, 2km)
Culinary (surprise) menu with local products. One of the best restaurants in the region.
More tips? Ask Marleen; she loves eating out and can certainly inform you.
With the kids
In the surroundings of Camping International and Speelboerderij Pierewiet there is a lot to do for children! For large theme parks (such as Plopsaland) you have to drive a little, but near the campsite there are many things to do that you can't find anywhere else in the Netherlands. Our tips:
- Round trip in search of seals by Rederij De Festijn
- Groede Podium
- Family Paradise Eede
- Visit cheese farm De Vos where 200 cows live
- Taking riding lessons at Hippo d'Or Riding School
- Learn about (mammal) animals at the Ostrich farm Monnikenwerve or SEA LIFE Blankenberge
- Play in the mega indoor playground Speelcirsus Bambini
- See Zeeland in miniature at Mini Mundi Park
- Plopsaland De Panne
Do you want to book for a period longer than 3 weeks? Contact in that case the camping itself directly by phone or email.