Borsele Borsele

In Landschapspark Borsele, you will find a unique piece of Zeeland. The landscape dates back to the 12th century. Until then, seawater still had free rein, but in the Middle Ages, people built the first dykes. Small polders were created, some of which have been preserved in certain places. The winding dykes, tidal creeks, numerous orchards, and the fifteen characteristic villages together form an attractive landscape. The busy Westerschelde marks the southern border of the landscape park. The open water and the mudflats and salt marshes that dry out at low tide offer an ever-changing view. The landscape park has known turbulent times. Wars were fought here, lines were defended, and heroes were born. Traces in the landscape, ruins, and restored monuments refer to these intense times. The old agricultural past is also still visible in historic farms and mills.

The landscape is our most important unique asset, partly created by nature reserves. Areas where you can admire the flora and fauna, sometimes from a distance but often on foot or by bike. Get to know all this beauty here and venture into nature to discover it for yourself. Walking along quiet roads and ancient dikes, this has been made even more beautiful and easier in Landschapspark Borsele. The ‘Sporen in de Zak’ (Traces in the Bag) walking network connects over 180 kilometres of routes along paths, dikes and roads. You can also cycle here beautifully. You will cycle along winding dikes and through watery nature reserves, along newly constructed cycle paths but also along unpaved country lanes.