Photo: Pension Even Buiten
Photo: Watersnood Museum
Photo: BHVK Leisure
THOLEN & SINT PHILIPSLAND AND SCHOUWEN-DUIVELAND:
Stress-free haven for water lovers and culture fans Whether you enjoy exploring the great outdoors, are looking for tranquillity or cannot wait for the adrenalin rush induced by water sports, the islands of Sint Philipsland and Tholen make perfect destinations. The overwhelmingly relaxed atmosphere in the villages on the island and the wonderful countryside will soon make the stresses and strains of your everyday life fade away. TEXT: METTE HINDKJÆR MADSEN | PHOTOS: PRES IMAGES
The best way to explore Tholen is by foot or two wheels, uncovering mud flats, salt marshes – home to spectacular flora and fauna – and plenty of small historical polders. The waters surrounding Sint Philipsland and Tholen also make the perfect place for water adventures, 68 | Issue 29 | May 2016
including sailing, surfing and motorboating. Another unforgettable experience can be found on the island of SchouwenDuiveland. Incredible woodland and dune areas gather holidaymakers on the west coast as the historic city of Zierikzee satisfies their culture cravings. The water
surrounding the island makes it a go-to destination for the water-loving crowd, particularly sailors and surfers, with or without kites. For the less water enthusiastic the beaches make for a great tanning partner, or you will do well to discover the countryside by bike or foot.