What to do near Hellevoetsluis, South Holland

Fancy a day out? As a EuroParcs guest, it is possible to order tickets for various museums, amusement parks or zoos at a discount.

The beach of Rockanje is almost entirely oriented to the south, so it is a true paradise for sun lovers. In addition, the beach slopes very slowly towards the sea, so this is the perfect place to lay down your towel or lounge in a trendy or familiar beach bar.

The South Holland islands are known for the many kitesurf spots. Popular among kiters is the former car beach in Oostvoorne where cars used to be allowed to park up to the beach high tide line. Do you want to learn to kitesurf safely? That is possible at Kitesurf Rockanje on the beach of Rockanje.

There are different cycling and/or walking routes to discover in the area of EuroParcs Poort van Zeeland. Be inspired, choose the best one and go out into nature together!

Thanks to its strategic location on the Haringvliet, Hellevoetsluis played an important role in history. In addition to modern marinas, you will find the National Fire Brigade Museum, the City Museum and the oldest stone dry dock in Europe, Droogdok Jan Blanken. When you visit the imposing defenses, it will feel like taking a step back in time. Old ships such as the AMS 60 Bernisse, the Noord Hinder and Ramtorenschip Buffel are moored at the Koningskade.

An educational and fun day out for young and old! Not only do you learn everything about the Delta Works and the battle against the water at Neeltje Jans, there is also the Bluereef Aquarium Zeeland with a colorful collection of fish. In addition, there is an Aquapark with splashing slides and you can take a cruise on the Oosterschelde. Take a good look around you, because you could spot a porpoise or seal along the way!

Right behind the holiday park is the Quackstrand, a popular spot for water sports enthusiasts and sunbathers. Thanks to the shallow water, it is also very popular with families with young children.

You can go shopping in De Struytse Hoek, the largest shopping center in Voorne-Putten. The shopping center is open daily and parking is free.

Discover the port of the future at Futureland. See the development of the newest port area of ​​Rotterdam for yourself: Maasvlakte 2. Board the FutureLand Ferry and sail past the ultramodern terminals and the world's largest container ships.

On animal care farm De Mèkkerstee in Ouddorp there are not only goats, but also rabbits, guinea pigs and horses. You can hug the goats and watch them being milked. In addition, on the goat farm you will find a cheese dairy, an ice cream parlor with homemade ice cream, a playground and a farm shop where you can buy homemade goat cheese.

Although a large part of Middelburg was destroyed during a bombing raid in 1940, many historic buildings have been restored to their former glory. Stroll through the idyllic streets and squares of the capital of Zeeland. Also take a look at the Vismarkt, paved with cobblestones and with large chestnut trees and the town hall of Middelburg. Or climb the 90.5 meter high abbey tower 'De Lange Jan'.

Grass dunes, swamps, quiet dune lakes and dune grasslands alternate in the Voornes Duin nature reserve. A lovely area to take a walk or cycle through. You can take a walk of almost 3 km around the magnificent Quackjeswater. From the vantage point, you look out over the breeding colony of spoonbills and cormorants. In winter you can also skate perfectly here!

Rotterdam, World Port World City, is a city you must experience for yourself. A young, dynamic city with an impressive skyline that is not inferior to other world cities. Visit Blijdorp Zoo, walk across the iconic Erasmus Bridge or go shopping and have a bite to eat in the Markthal. For culture lovers there is the Maritime Museum and Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. Of course, a cruise through the ports of Rotterdam is not to be missed either.

Seal Sanctuary A Seal takes care of sick and young seal pups that have lost their mother. Only when they can 'stand on their own two feet' again, are they allowed to go out into nature again.

At sailing school Hellevoetsluis, the instructors do everything they can to offer you a complete sailing experience. They, for example, provide courses in navigation, safety while sailing and good seamanship.

This indoor swimming paradise means fun for young and old. Slide down the slide or swim laps in the 25-metre competition pool.