Fort Nassau, located near the border village of Retranchement, is a remarkable historic site where nature and history come together. History of Fort Nassau - Historic Fort from the Eighty Years’ War: During the Eighty Years’ War (1568-1648), Prince Maurice conquered the strategic town of Sluis. To protect the harbour ...
The lighthouse on the Leopold II Dam has marked the harbour entrance of Zeebrugge since 1905. The round concrete tower with its red lantern is one of the oldest landmarks of the port. What can ...
HEY Museum in Heist, Knokke-Heist, tells the story of the town, from farming and fishing village to fashionable resort. Formerly called Sincfala, it reopened in June 2024 after a two-year renovation. What can you expect at HEY Museum? - History: The museum began in 1960 as a local history museum in Lissewege and moved in ...
Cultuurcentrum Scharpoord in Knokke-Heist is the town's cultural centre, a few hundred metres from the promenade. It has a theatre, two exhibition halls, a library and a large garden. What can you expect at Scharpoord? - History: The centre was built in 1970 to 1974 to a design by Ostend architect Paul Felix and later ...
Museum Schooltijd in Terneuzen tells the story of education and upbringing from around 1850 to today. Young and old will recognise the school desks, reading boards and wall charts of the past. What can you expect at Museum Schooltijd? - History: The museum opened on 9 July 1997. Since 2012 it has been housed in a listed ...
The Zuivelmuseum in Blankenberge is a private museum about dairy in the Low Countries. You see how milk, butter and cheese were made and sold over the centuries. What can you expect at the Zuivelmuseum? - Collection: The permanent exhibition covers some five centuries of dairy history, with milk bottles, butter churns, ...
The visitor centre Het Zwin in Knokke-Heist forms the modern gateway to the famous nature reserve Het Zwin, located on the border between Belgium and the Netherlands between Knokke-Heist and Cadzand-Bad. What can you expect at the visitor centre of Het Zwin? This interactive nature park is known as the ‘international ...
Museum Cultuurforum Aardenburg tells the history of Aardenburg, one of the oldest places in Zeeland. The archaeological museum focuses on the Roman fort with its camp village and on the medieval town. What can you expect at Museum Cultuurforum Aardenburg? - History: Aardenburg is some 2,000 years old. The Romans built a ...
Experience a unique visit at Museum Café Het Koekoeksnest, an extraordinary destination located just outside the Zeeuws-Vlaanderen area near Nieuwvliet. This café is not just a place to relax; it's a true exploration filled with art and music, housed in a monumental barn. What makes Het Koekoeksnest so special? - ...
This corn and barley mill in Retranchement is one of the oldest post mills in the Netherlands. What can you expect at the mill of Retranchement? The mill on Molenstraat is a popular spot for visitors interested in history, engineering, and the Zeeland landscape. During your visit, you will experience how important mills ...
In the heart of Blankenberge, at Breydelstraat 10, lies a remarkable piece of history: Majutte’s Cottage. This is the oldest preserved and classified fisherman’s house on the Belgian coast, built in 1775. Step inside and travel back in time to experience the life of a fishing family in the 18th century! Why is a visit ...
The Industrieel Museum Zeeland in Sas van Gent tells the story of industry in Zeeland, past, present and future. It is housed in a former sugar warehouse and is highly interactive. What can you expect at the Industrieel Museum Zeeland? - History: In 1899 the first cooperative beet sugar factory in the Netherlands was ...
The Hubert Mill in Wenduine is a beautiful wooden grain mill with a rich history. Built in 1880 by miller Jan Hubert, this mill is one of the best-preserved traditional windmills along the Belgian coast. Until 1934, the mill was actively used for grinding grain. Today, the Hubert Mill is a beloved heritage site and a ...
The Visserijmuseum in Breskens tells the story of fishing and fishermen's lives, and of the nature of the coast and the Westerschelde. Since 13 October 2026 it has been housed in the new De Zaete building on the Keerdam. What can you expect at the Visserijmuseum? - New museum: The museum used to be above the fish auction. ...
An impressive museum dedicated to fortifications and the history of the Eighty Years' War. What can you expect at Het Bolwerk in IJzendijke? - Historical Fortifications: Explore the well-preserved fortifications of IJzendijke, an important location in the Eighty Years' War and the Battle against the Waters. - ...
