Burgh-Haamstede is located on the westside of the island of Schouwen-Duiveland in Zeeland. The area is also known as ‘de Kop van Schouwen’ of which Burgh-Haamstede is the central heart.

The North sea coast is characterized by vast and wide beaches and a very diverse dune landscape with beautiful flora and fauna. Multiple hiking routes like ‘de Zeepeduinen’, lead you through the stunning landscape where you might even see Shetland ponies and Highland cattle walking around freely. This beautiful area also borders to ‘de Domeinen’, the largest woody area of Zeeland. Here you can make beautiful hikes or mountain bike tours. The surroundings of Burgh-Haamstede are also perfectly suited for long cycling tours through a diverse landscape and along characteristic villages.

Burgh-Haamstede is located nearby the worldfamous Deltaworks and the impressive Oosterscheldekering (storm surge barrier) which are definitely worth a visit. The family waterpark Neeltje Jans is also nice for a family trip. Active people will love the northern part of the island where you can find a variety of water sports activities.

Furthermore, you can find multiple cultural sights in and around Burgh-Haamstede like the castle ‘Slot Haamstede’ that originates from the thirteenth century and the Westerlichttoren which is a lighthouse. The Plompe Toren can also be found just outside the village center, which is the last remaining part of the former village Koudekerke that was part of Schouwen-Duiveland before the multiple floods. Moreover, the centre has a supermarket, pharmacy, bakery, bike rental and diversity of restaurants. Seen enough? The neighbouring towns Zierikzee, Veere, Middelburg, Renesse and Domburg are worth a visit!