Location: Vlissingen
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What to do and see in Vlissingen, Zeeland Province: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Vlissingen (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈvlɪsɪŋə(n)] ( listen); Zeelandic: Vlissienge; historical name in English: Flushing) is a municipality and a city in the southwestern Netherlands on the former island of Walcheren. With its strategic location between the Scheldt river and the North Sea, Vlissingen has been an important harbour for centuries. It was granted city rights in 1315. In the 17th century Vlissingen was a main harbour for ships of the Dutch East India Company (VOC). It is also known as the birthplace of Admiral Michiel de Ruyter.
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1. Barracuda Sportvisserij
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
All in charter boat fishing trips.
2. Boekhandel 't Spui
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
3. Maritime muZEEum
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4.5 based on 156 reviews
Come and get to know the unknown site of the province of Zeeland and the soul of its people in the new and magnificent maritime muZEEum in Vlissingen, Holland. The museum is housed in several buildings, dating back to the 16th and 21th century. Modern architecture has blended these buildings in a very special way. From the roof balcony with its unique 17th century watchtower you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the 'Westerschelde'. At the muZEEum you find: - The Lampsins'beautifull 17th century town house - Michiel de Ruyter's adventures - Underwater treasure from sunk East Indiamen - Fascinating maritime games - Stories about Zeeland's illustrious past - Vlissingen's turbulent history - Zeeland's maritime life, then and now.
Reviewed By Sniddiej - Seoul, South Korea
Great museum with a lot of history about the area. Worth a visit and suitable for families with childeren of all ages. They have changing expositions so even good to return occasionaly. The gift shop is set up in a great way and you can acess this without paying a ticket.
