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Nieuwvliet

Nieuwvliet is a small, touristy coastal village with around 465 inhabitants. Camping De Meulinge is located on the edge of the village, about 2 km from the beach. There are a few nice things to see and do in Nieuwvliet itself.

The Nieuwvliet corn mill is located directly behind the campsite, so you can see it clearly from your pitch. It is open to visitors free of charge on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons. The small nature reserve De Verdronken Zwarte Polder between Nieuwvliet and Cadzand is also worth a visit. You can combine this with a visit to beach pavilion Woest 17 or beach pavilion Dok 14 (or both!).

Take a fun selfie at the INieuwvliet logo for your social media!

Ask at reception for the orange map of Nieuwvliet to help you find your way around. This map also includes the “Ommetje Nieuwvliet” walk, a nice little stroll through the village.

Tour Nieuwvliet

 

Groede

Groede is a charming village 3 km from Camping De Meulinge. It has a cosy village centre surrounding the historic church. From a small terrace, you can look out over gnarled chestnut trees and authentic facade houses.

During the summer season, it is definitely worth visiting the museum street (the Slijkstraatje), where old crafts are on display.

From the village, you can cycle to the beach via Groede Podium. Groede Podium is a former Nazi bunker village, where you can walk around in and around the bunkers. Around the bunkers, you will find a playground, drift karts, a petting zoo and catering facilities.

On the coast, you can walk through the Waterdunen nature reserve (unfortunately, cycling and dogs are not allowed).

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Breskens

Breskens has always been a real fishing village, and you can still feel that atmosphere everywhere. We personally love Breskens: it's rugged, it's authentic, and there's plenty to do.

You can stroll through the harbour area (cross the dyke at the Plus supermarket) and visit the fishing museum. Idea: take a walk along the “Benches of Bresjes”, a unique walk past various benches along the coast. At each bench, you scan a QR code and hear and see a story about Breskens on your phone. 

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Sluis

Sluis (9 km) is a wonderful place to shop, enjoy a drink on a terrace or stroll along the old city walls.

In the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, Sluis was an important outer harbour for Bruges. At that time, Bruges was the economic heart of Western Europe. Ships sailing to Bruges had to pay tolls in Sluis and made it their last pit stop. This led to a growth in inns, cafés, warehouses and brothels. From 1500 onwards, Sluis fell into decline because the Zwin silted up and ships could no longer pass through it on their way to Bruges. The trade route then shifted via the Westerschelde to Antwerp.

The Belfort in the centre of Sluis is impossible to miss. It is the only Belfort in the Netherlands. Belfort refers to a medieval Flemish building that served as a town hall, council chamber, court, etc. The higher the tower, the more power the city in question had. 

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Bruges

Bruges is an absolute must-see if you are on holiday in Zeeuws Vlaanderen. We are big fans of it. This medieval city with winding alleys, hidden courtyards and hundreds of bridges is also known as the “Venice of the North”. And with good reason, of course.

This wonderful city is just a half-hour drive from the campsite.

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Cadzand

Cadzand is well known in Zeeuws Vlaanderen. Everything is personal, but it's not our favourite place. Especially in summer, it's very busy and touristy and (unlike Sluis, for example, which can also be busy) fairly soulless. But if you enjoy strolling past tourist shops and the marina, then definitely go for it.

In our opinion, there are three things worth mentioning in Cadzand. First, the Bacchus wine bar. It's not the cheapest place to eat and drink on the coast, but the snacks and wines are truly delicious.

Second, Cadzand has a nice short golf course. The course is beautifully laid out and well maintained. It's not too long and not too short for a few relaxing hours.

Thirdly, beach pavilion De Zeemeeuw between Cadzand and Retranchement is highly recommended. From this pavilion, you have a view of the Zwingeul, which falls dry at low tide and fills up again at high tide. If you are very lucky, you may see seals at low tide. De Zeemeeuw uses many local products and the wines are delicious.