THE ATMOSPHERIC CITY OF VEERE

Veere has a rich past and simply breathes history. The narrow cobbled streets, stately merchants' houses, Grote Kerk church and famous town hall will transport you back to times past. Various events take place in and near the city all year round. The historic market, fish market and city walks along the old city walls of Veere are an experience in themselves. The guides from Museum Veere will be happy to take you on a tour of the city's hidden gems. Why not join them and hear the stories hidden behind the facades?

THE OLDEST COASTAL RESORT IN ZEELAND

Domburg is the oldest coastal resort in Zeeland. Both picturesque and cosmopolitan, it combines wonderful beaches with fabulous landscapes. Domburg has been renowned as a coastal resort since the middle of the 19th century. The pure sea air forms a unique combination with the extensive forest and dune area. Domburg was already renowned as a health resort in the previous century. In the wake of the famous physician Dr. Mezger, many noble people chose to visit Domburg for its restorative climate. You can still take various treatments here today.

Bomb craters and grass bunkers

Are you a golf lover and would you like to play in a unique environment for a change, among the dunes and in a wonderfully forested setting? No problem at the Domburgsche Golf Club. This is the only true ‘links’ course in the Netherlands and many people regard it as one of the most attractive 9-hole golf courses in the country. Right from the very first tee, you can admire the wonderful view over Walcheren and the North Sea. The wind and rough often ensure a challenging round of golf. The Domburgsche Golf links was opened in 1914. During the Second World War, the course suffered greatly during military operations. The numerous bomb craters which date back to that period are now grass bunkers and form a characteristic part of the course.

During your visit, you will undoubtedly come across many different sights as Middelburg has around 1,100 monuments. The main sights include the City Hall, Long John Abbey Tower and the historical Kuiperspoort. However, be sure to visit the Abbey, Oostkerk church, historic Kloveniersdoelen building, Gistpoort gate, harbour, Vismarkt or Koepoort gate as well, as these sights are also well worth a visit.

From the Vleeshal to a quirky theatre

As well as shopping and historical sights, Middelburg also has many cultural activities to offer. For example, it is well worth visiting the Vleeshal which is unique in Zeeland. The Vleeshal organises unique exhibitions and projects based around contemporary visual arts. Middelburg also forms the platform for the biggest cultural and musical festival in Zeeland: the Zeeland Nazomerfestival which offers a very wide range of unique shows on location, theatre, dance, performances and music. There are over 40 galleries and studios in the historic centre of Middelburg. If you would like to visit (some of) them, you can follow the Art and Culture Route on the first Sunday of every month (Sunday shopping day). All the participants open their doors on this day.