Travel guide Groede
Is There an Optimal Time to Visit?
There is no best time to visit Groede. Zeeland is worth visiting all year round. If you want to rent an apartment or a holiday home for a
beach vacation in Groede, the summer months are of course recommended. Although the sun is not very reliable, thanks to the numerous leisure activities and attractions, you are sure to have a pleasant stay.
Discover Groede from a Vacation Apartment
Around the old church square in the town center, cobblestone alleys invite you to stroll. There are several smaller supermarkets, so you can self-cater very well in your accommodation. In terms of apartments or holiday homes, you can choose between properties right in the town or by the beach. Just a short walk separates you from long sandy beaches and charming coastal villages. At the most beautiful natural beaches, your pet also has plenty of space to roam. Adjacent coastal towns include Breskens with its old lighthouse and Krusihoofd. You can climb the Breskens tower and enjoy a breathtaking view of the sea from above.
In autumn and winter, the beaches of
Zeeland are mostly deserted and invite for extended walks and long bike rides. Close to your vacation apartment or holiday home is the "Zwarte Polder" nature reserve, a true paradise. The expansive dune landscape exudes a great flair. But not only the nature is absolutely impressive, the diversity of bird species is also unparalleled. If you are looking for a bit more hustle and bustle, visit the port city
Vlissingen. Here, the Zeeuws Maritime Museum offers a welcome change from beach life. In the museum, you learn all about the maritime history of the region. Vlissingen is located on the Walcheren peninsula, which you can reach by ferry.
The lively town of Sluis is primarily known for its extensive shopping opportunities and its belfry. Sluis was founded in 1280. Here is the only town hall in the Netherlands that has a bell tower. Jantje van Sluis, the oldest bell ringer in the country, can be admired as a wooden figure in the town hall. Fortification walls and historic city gates evoke memories of earlier times.
Also very interesting is a trip to Groede Podium Information and Play Park, located very close to your cozy holiday home or apartment. In the bunkers with original paint from World War II, you learn all about the history of the site. A maze, climbing towers, play cubes, and a water playground ensure that children will not be bored.
Culture Lovers Will Be Satisfied
Of course, art and culture are not to be missed during your vacation in an apartment on the beautiful sandy beach or in a private holiday home in Groede. In Zeeland, numerous outdoor artworks and paintings await you. The light of the sea provides a very special charm. The most famous artist village in Zeeland is
Domburg. Numerous artists have come to the region over the centuries and turned the village into an artists' colony. Charley Toorop, Jan Toorop, and Piet Mondrian are just a few names who were inspired by the light. At the Marie Tark van Poortvliet Museum, it is described why so many artists settled in Zeeland. On a walk "In the Light of Toorop and Mondrian," you can also experience the artists' inspiration. In May each year, the Painter's Week takes place in Domburg, during which many international artists come to Zeeland.
Behind a huge sea dike at the tip of Walcheren lies the village
Westkapelle, known especially for its fair, the five-kilometer-long beach, and the lighthouse. The lighthouse is tall and has been standing here for centuries. In the War and Dike Museum Het Polderhuis, you learn all about the turbulent history of the region and Westkapelle. Zealandic Flanders also offers attractive sights, such as the Valkeniershof falconry, the "Het Zwin" nature reserve, and the border post 369.
Crabs, Oysters, Mussels, and Many More Culinary Delights
When dining out during your vacation in a beautiful apartment or spacious holiday home in Groede, numerous Dutch specialties await you. For example, the Oosterschelde lobster, sea bass, or a hearty fish platter are very tasty. In many restaurants, large pots of deliciously fragrant mussels are placed on the table. Strand-aster and springs thrive in front of the dikes, tasting of Zeeland nature.
Beef and lamb come from Zeeland meadows and pastures, which is reflected in the taste. Traditional dishes with asparagus include asparagus, egg, and ham. The region around Groede offers ideal conditions for fruit cultivation. On Zuid-Beveland, there are apples and pears as far as the eye can see. All private accommodations have a fully equipped kitchen, allowing you to treat your family to an apple pie or pear compote.
Sweets are plentiful in Zeeland. For example, Bouls are spread with butter. The caramel candies are perfect souvenirs for your friends back home. Whether at a restaurant or a fish stall on the corner: let the aromatic and fresh products of Zeeland impress you during your vacation in a cozy holiday home with a garden.
With Children and Pets to a Holiday Home in Groede
A cozy holiday home with a garden in a quiet location is perfect for a stay with children or for a
vacation with a dog in Groede. In winter, there are no restrictions for pets on the enchanting beaches, and even playing without a leash is officially allowed. Some holiday homes have a fireplace where you can warm up after a long walk on the cleanest beaches and recharge your batteries.
On cool days, the De Afslag adventure playground is a great attraction for your children. A 288 square meter railway area, climbing structures, a ball pit, slide, trampolines, and much more provide plenty of fun right behind the dike. Knokke-Heist is a chic seaside resort for the whole family. A highlight is the water slide park and indoor pool Sportoase Duinenwater. Several saunas, a wave pool, water mushroom, neck showers, and a large indoor pool are a great experience for children and adults.
If you want to explore the beautiful surroundings of your private holiday home in Groede by bike, well-developed paths invite you for long tours. If you are considering a longer excursion, why not visit the beautiful city of Bruges or Middelburg. Its fascinating history has earned the city the UNESCO World Heritage City label. Classics of Bruges include Rozenhoedkaai, the Hanseatic Quarter, the Castle, the Beguinage, the almshouses, and the Market. This has been the showcase of the picturesque place in the Netherlands for centuries.
Not to Be Missed
Whether a large house or a small apartment, you will definitely have a relaxing vacation in Groede. Do not miss a visit to the port town of Breskens. In the small town, you can watch the fishermen in the harbor, buy fresh fish, and enjoy delicious seafood. The marina of Breskens is one of the most modern in Europe. The view over the beautiful beach quickly makes everyday worries disappear. In Schouwen-Duiveland, athletes, mountain bikers, cyclists, and hikers get their money's worth. In the middle of the island is the beautiful town of Zierikzee.
Noord-Beveland lies between the Veerse Meer, the Oosterschelde National Park, and the North Sea. Kilometer-long beaches invite you to water sports opportunities, such as kitesurfing. Kortgene and Kamperland are popular destinations for water sports enthusiasts.