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Luctor et Emergo

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Influenced by history

Ouwerkerk lives up to the motto "Luctor et Emergo" (I struggle and emerge). History has made Ouwerkerk famous. The caissons are the crowning achievement of the dike breach in 1953. Here we also find the Watersnoodmuseum where present, past, and future converge in the eternal battle against water.

These are the events - you don't want to miss

  • Hemelsleutel

    Hemelsleutel
    Film

    Tuesday 1 July

    Zierikzee

    Hemelsleutel

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  • Tennis & Midgetgolf Renesse

    Tennis & Midgetgolf Renesse
    Visit attraction

    until 9 November

    Renesse

    Tennis & Midgetgolf Renesse

    Enjoy tennis and mini golf at Tennis and Mini Golf Renesse! Located in the dunes, 300 meters from the beach, we offer a challenging mini golf course, two gravel tennis courts, and a sunny terrace for drinks and snacks. Perfect for an active day out with family or friends!

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  • Watersnoodmuseum

    Watersnoodmuseum
    To visit a museum

    until 31 December

    Ouwerkerk

    Watersnoodmuseum

    The Watersnoodmuseum tells moving stories about the 1953 Flood Disaster and the importance of water management. With 20,000 photos, films, and interactive activities, it’s an educational experience for all ages. Explore the unique creek area and become a Water Ambassador with a fun scavenger hunt!

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  • Alpaca & Falabella Ranch

    Alpaca & Falabella Ranch
    Visit zoo

    until 30 October

    Kerkwerve

    Alpaca & Falabella Ranch

    Visit Alpaca and Falabella Ranch Rzadkiewa in the beautiful Zeeland landscape of Kerkwerve! Meet alpacas and Falabella mini horses during activities like Meet & Feed, Alpaca Golf, or an Alpaca Experience. A fun family outing with unique animals and unforgettable moments! Reservations required.

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  • Plompe Toren

    Plompe Toren
    Excursion

    until 31 December

    Burgh-Haamstede

    Plompe Toren

    Visit the Plompe Toren and discover the story of the drowned mermaid, a legend about the sunken village of Westenschouwen. Enjoy the stunning view from the top, and you might even spot seals! Entry is free, but the tower is not accessible for those with limited mobility.

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  • Golfclub Molenberg

    Golfclub Molenberg
    Golf

    until 31 December

    Burgh-Haamstede

    Golfclub Molenberg

    Golfclub Molenberg makes golf accessible for everyone! Play on the Pitch & Putt course with 8 par-3 holes, suitable for beginners and experienced players. Join a clinic to get to know the sport or enjoy a delicious meal at Boerderij Molenberg after your game.

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  • Massage Burghsluis

    Massage Burghsluis
    Wellness

    weekly

    Burgh-Haamstede

    Massage Burghsluis

    At private wellness Massage Burghsluis, enjoy professional massages, both classic and wellness. Enhance your experience with a package: spa, saunas, and panoramic views of the Kop van Schouwen. Guests of Natuurhuis Burghsluis receive discounts on the facilities.

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  • Op zee gebleven: vergeten slachtoffers van de Watersnoodramp - Watersnoodmuseum

    Op zee gebleven: vergeten slachtoffers van de Watersnoodramp - Watersnoodmuseum
    Exhibition

    until 1 September

    Ouwerkerk

    Op zee gebleven: vergeten slachtoffers van de Watersnoodramp - Watersnoodmuseum

    The exhibition Lost at Sea at the Watersnoodmuseum tells the story of 31 sailors who perished during the 1953 flood in Zeeland. Their ships vanished without a trace, and their names were never listed on official records. Their stories are now being shared.

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  • De Deltawagen van Natuurmonumenten

    De Deltawagen van Natuurmonumenten
    Miscellaneous

    until 18 September

    Brugh-Haamstede

    De Deltawagen van Natuurmonumenten

    The Oosterschelde is the largest and most water-rich National Park in the Netherlands – home to sharks, porpoises, cuttlefish, seahorses and birds. Because above water, there's also plenty to see and hear. This summer, Natuurmonumenten’s Deltawagen will be parked near the Plompe Toren.

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  • RIB Safari Brouwersdam – Seal Watching on Lake Grevelingen

    RIB Safari Brouwersdam – Seal Watching on Lake Grevelingen
    Miscellaneous

    until 31 October

    Scharendijke

    RIB Safari Brouwersdam – Seal Watching on Lake Grevelingen

    When: Daily from April 1 to October 30, 2025 Where: Departure and return at Brouwersdam (exact location shared upon booking) Duration: Approx. 1.5 hours Price: €49.50 p.p. / Children under 12: €39.50 Booking & info: Via WhatsApp: +31 6 46142126

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This is what's happening - on Schouwen-Duiveland

  • Museumbrasserie Het Vijfde Caisson

    Museumbrasserie Het Vijfde Caisson
    Weg van de Buitenlandse Pers 3
      Ouwerkerk

    Museumbrasserie Het Vijfde Caisson

    Come taste, talk, look, and enjoy at Het Vijfde Caisson, part of the Watersnoodmuseum. Guests of all ages are welcome for lunch and dinner alongside their museum visit. Our chef prepares delicious homemade sandwiches, soups, and salads using authentic regional products.

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  • Knipcafé de Barbier

    Knipcafé de Barbier
    Knipcafé de Barbier
    Ring 39
    4305 AG  Ouwerkerk

    Knipcafé de Barbier

    In the heart of Ouwerkerk, you can enjoy a tasty meal or a fresh haircut. A unique spot on the village ring where hospitality, calm and personal attention come first. Relax, unwind and leave feeling refreshed.

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  • Krekengebied Ouwerkerk

    Krekengebied Ouwerkerk
    Weg van de Buitenlandse Pers/ Stelweg / Oostweg
      Ouwerkerk

    Krekengebied Ouwerkerk

    Discover the Ouwerkerk Creek area with the vibrant blue kingfisher, little swans, and woodpeckers. Enchanting colors of samphire and orchids make it a wonderful destination for nature lovers.

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  • Nationaal Monument Watersnood 1953

    Nationaal Monument Watersnood 1953
    Weg van de Buitenlandse Pers 5
    4305 RJ  Ouwerkerk

    Nationaal Monument Watersnood 1953

    The National Monument Flood Disaster 1953 consists of four caissons, which were recognized as a monument 50 years after the disaster. These caissons can now be visited at the Flood Museum.

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  • Ouwerkerk

    Ouwerkerk
      Ouwerkerk

    Ouwerkerk

    Ouwerkerk is the oldest village on Schouwen-Duiveland, located along the Oosterschelde. Best known for the impressive Watersnoodmuseum built into the dike caissons, it offers peace, history and a meaningful connection to the sea.

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  • Viane

    Viane
    Viane
      Ouwerkerk

    Viane

    Right on the edge of the Oosterschelde lies the former hamlet of Viane. Farmers used to bring the beets by horse and cart to the harbour, where they were weighed and transported by ship to destinations such as Dinteloord.

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  • Beleefboefboerderij de Stelle

    Beleefboefboerderij de Stelle
    Beleefboerderij de Stelle
    Stelweg 3
    4305 RC  Ouwerkerk

    Beleefboefboerderij de Stelle

    Explore feeding tours, farm golf and guided outdoor rides among horses, donkeys and emus. Enjoy a bite at the farm restaurant, supported by participants in daytime care. A unique rural experience for all ages.

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  • Watersnoodmuseum

    Watersnoodmuseum
    Weg van de Buitenlandse Pers 5
    4305 RJ  Ouwerkerk

    Watersnoodmuseum

    The Watersnoodmuseum teaches you more about the devastating consequences of the Flood Disaster on February 1, 1953, but also takes you into the present. What challenges are we facing now? And how will floods develop in the future?

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  • Tidal Pool

    Tidal Pool
    Weg van de Buitenlandse Pers 5
      Ouwerkerk

    Tidal Pool

    Discover the underwater life of Oosterschelde National Park in one of the 10 tidal pools in Ouwerkerk.

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  • Ouwerkerk beach

    Ouwerkerk beach
    Nieuwendijk
      Ouwerkerk

    Ouwerkerk beach

    Ouwerkerk beach is a quiet spot on the Oosterschelde, perfect for relaxing, diving and playing at low tide. With beautiful views and nature, it is a hidden gem in Zeeland. Long description

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