Discover the sweet history van De Bevelanden Discover the sweet history van De Bevelanden
- Kapelle
- Great in any weather
- Educational outing for children
Anyone who visits the area around Kapelle will quickly taste that fruit here is more than just a product. It is a story of craftsmanship, seasons and tradition, carefully preserved in the ZeeuwsFruitMuseum. Here you step right into the world of blossom, orchards and harvest. You discover how fruit growing in Zeeland grew into an important part of the landscape and the region's identity.
The Zeeland Fruit Museum tells more than just the history of fruit. It shows how craftsmanship, nature and heritage come together in a region traditionally known for its sweet harvest. Old tools, special collections and the atmospheric museum garden bring the story of fruit growing close. Here you not only see how things used to be done, but you also feel the pride of the fruit growers who preserved this knowledge and these traditions for the future. In the museum garden you will find more than 170 different fruit varieties, with the oldest dating back to the 18th century. The story of the fruit growers continues through the auction. The memory of the fruit auction in Kapelle lives on in the museum. The authentic auction clock from 1917 has been preserved here. Take a seat on one of the original benches and experience the excitement of the bidding. After your visit, you will look at the orchards, fruit nurseries and sweet products from the region with different eyes.
You can visit the Zeeland Fruit Museum all year round. There is regularly something extra to experience for young and old alike; please feel free to ask for the events calendar. Would you like to see more? Combine your visit with a walking or cycling route that leads you past the orchards. Take your time, take a seat in the museum café and discover the small details in the collection and museum garden. That is precisely where the charm of this place lies.
