- Oosterschelde National Park
- Near Antwerp and Rotterdam
- Beautiful diving spots
The surrounding area
Waterrijk Oesterdam is located at the Oesterdam, the Delta Works after which our resort is named. It is the bridge connecting Tholen with South Beveland. Waterrijk Oesterdam offers a unique location at the waterside, making it the ideal destination to feel the fresh wind, unwind and recharge yourself with new energy. The surrounding area offers numerous possibilities. The province of Zeeland offers many picturesque villages, monumental cities and a unique landscape, but cities like Bergen op Zoom, Antwerp and Rotterdam are easily reachable by car as well.
The immediate vicinity is definitely worth exploring. Waterrijk Oesterdam is located near Tholen, a picturesque village clearly showing the marks of history. The village has a historic town center, largely surrounded by ramparts and fortresses. Here, you'll find many national monuments and noteworthy buildings. We highly recommend it to culture and history enthusiasts! The island of Tholen is known for the bicycle routes outside of its dikes, its beautiful diving spots as well as its cozy restaurants.
Take a look below at everything the area has to offer. There are lots of fun outings to go on with the kids, or to let yourself go while engaging in one of the many water sports available. Waterrijk Oesterdam is the ideal holiday destination if you enjoy water sports. Enjoy all of the beauty Zeeland has to offer, both below and above the surface of the water. Would you prefer to travel a bit farther during a day out? Make sure to visit one of the fantastic cities in the area. Below, we also offer some tips for great restaurants in the area.
Cities


Bergen op Zoom
This city has a rich history and a lively culture, but you can also find beautiful natural surroundings here. Of course it's also a good place to go shopping, with its many shops and boutiques. The oldest monument is the Lievevrouwenpoort, also called the Prisoner's Gate. This special building used to be part of the ramparts of the city and was later used as a prison. You can enjoy a guided tour, learn about the rich history of this gate as part of the city defenses and hear interesting stories about the prisoners and guards who once stayed here.
✓ History and culture
✓ Many shops and pleasant boutiques
✓ Wonderful large square with restaurants and cafes
✓ Forested area with rope course


Yerseke
Yerseke is just a stone's throw away from Waterrijk Oesterdam. The village is located by the Oosterschelde and is known for its mussel and oyster culture. A nice trip to discover more about its rich history and culture. You can enjoy a guided tour about the oyster beds or sail along on one of the mussel boats.
✓ A visit to the Oesterij
✓ Mussel festival in August
✓ RIB trip from Waterrijk Oesterdam


Antwerp
Another city worth visiting is Antwerp. This vibrant diamond city can be reached in less than 35 minutes by car from Waterrijk Oesterdam. This city is perfect for a day of shopping. In the centre you'll find many shops, both larger retail chains and smaller independent shops. Of course you shouldn't miss a visit to the diamond district. Buyers from all over the world come here to buy diamonds, gold and jewellery. Antwerp is also home to a large zoo, one of the oldest zoos in the world. Besides shops, you'll also find many Belgian bars and nice restaurants.
✓ Diamond city
✓ Excellent shopping
✓ Antwerp Zoo


Rotterdam
The port city of Rotterdam can also be reached easily from Waterrijk Oesterdam. Rotterdam is a modern city and has lots to offer to its inhabitants and visitors. Sights, shops, attractions and monuments: you'll find all of them here. Shopping lovers will certainly love it here, because Rotterdam is home to the famous Koopgoot, a very popular shopping street in the heart of the city. There are many diverse shops and you'll find both famous and less well-known brands and shops. Do you like architecture and special buildings? Then visit the Euromast. The Euromast is the highest building of Rotterdam and offers its visitors free access. Here you can enjoy a gorgeous view of the city. Rotterdam is also home to Blijdorp Zoo. A perfect outing for families with children! Blijdorp is divided in different continents. In the African part you'll meet giraffes, in the Asian part you can find the elephants and in Oceania you can watch sea lions, penguins and other aquatic animals. A trip around the world in one day!!
✓ Koopgoot
✓ Vibrant city centre
✓ Blijdorp
✓ Many monuments and museums
Eating out


Hart van Tholen
Cozy bistró including a terrace at the market in the town of Tholen. Enjoy various meat and fish dishes.
Markt 11 | Tholen | 0166 604845 | www.hartvantholen.nl
✓ Great atmosphere
✓ Lunch, dinner and party location
✓ Tholen


Hof van Holland
Fish specialty restaurant. Enjoy fresh fish daily. You'll have the chance to enjoy an extensive lunch and dinner menu at the restaurant, the caféé or at the terrace.
Kaaij 1 | Tholen | 0166 602590/603806 | www.restauranthofvanholland.nl
✓ Fish specialties
✓ Lunch, dinner and party location
✓ Tholen


Bourgondiër
In 1998, the Bourgondi&ëuml;r opened its doors in Bergen op Zoom, and has since become an inseparable part of the town. Grand Caf&éacute; Hotel De Bourgondi&ëuml;r offers a beautiful view of the Great Market in Bergen op Zoom. There are great dishes on offer, both for lunch and dinner.
Grote Markt 2-3 | Bergen op Zoom | 0164 254000 | www.grandcafehoteldebourgondier.nl
✓ Burgundian dining
✓ Lunch, dinner and party location
✓ Bergen op Zoom


Huys van Roosevelt
Huys van Roosevelt is a place where everyone can eat, drink and enjoy a good time in a relaxed atmosphere. There's a tourist information point (TIP) at the brasserie, offering lots of great information.
Raadhuisstraat 13 | Oud-Vossemeer | 0166 769019 | www.huysvanroosevelt.nl
✓ Enjoying a great time
✓ Lunch, dinner and high tea
✓ Oud-Vossemeer


De Teerkamer
A unique catering location with a concept offering something for everyone. At De Teerkamer, you can enjoy a delicious meal with a wide selection of dishes for both lunch and dinner.
Grote Markt 13 | Bergen op Zoom | 0164 239345 | www.deteerkamer.nl
✓ Cozy ambiance
✓ Breakfast, lunch and high tea
✓ Bergen op Zoom


De Stadsburger Bistro
Coffee with pastry, a delicious lunch, some nice drinks or a surprising dinner including the tastiest burgers, fish and meat. Honest dishes without any nonsense.
Zuivelstraat 3 | Bergen op Zoom | 0164 745492 | www.bistroclubdestadsburger.nl
✓ Burger restaurant
✓ Live music
✓ Lunch, dinner and drinks
✓ Bergen op Zoom


't Geheim van Bergen
Welcome to restaurant ’t Geheim van Bergen. We exclusively use quality products, focused on Better Living meat, for each of our recipes. Our showpiece is ‘the Duke of Berkshire’ pork from our own garden!
Bosstraat 20 | Bergen op Zoom | 0164 653943 | www.geheimvanbergen.nl
✓ Pureness and quality
✓ Dinner
✓ Bergen op Zoom
Sport


Wakeboarding and water skiing (Copy)
Are you a real water sports fan? Then you can enjoy your life in the surroundings of Oesterdam resort. The fast boating area offers you the opportunity for water skiing and wakeboarding. Have a blast on the water!
✓ Fast sailing area close to the resort
- On own initiative
- No arrangements or rental options through the resort


Golf
You'll find two golf courses in Resort Oesterdam's surrounding area. Both golf courses are located in a forested, natural environment. More information is available at reception.
✓ Golf center Reymerswael
Grensweg 21
4411 ST Rilland Bath
✓ Golf club Wouwse Plantage
Zoomvlietweg 66
4624 RP Bergen op Zoom


Kiting
We organize kiting lessons in cooperation with Kite Surfing School België. You'll have the option of attending an introductory lesson during your stay, either individually or as a group lesson for up to three persons. Kite surfers who would like some help with perfecting their technique have come to the right place as well. Please contact our reception team for more information.
✓ Enthusiastic instructor Leon Ernst
✓ IKO-certified
✓ A few minutes from the resort
✓ Unique introduction to the kiting sport


Diving
At a few minutes by car, you'll find the Bergse Diepsluis, diving location 81. An excellent spot for the beginner diver. Thanks to this spot's location at the end of the tidal waters, there is hardly any current. At a depth of ten meters, there is a platform allowing for exercises to be carried out. In addition to the many oysters and shells, lobsters and crabs can be seen nearby as well. June is a very special time, because the squids and sepia's visit the location to deposit their eggs. The entire island of Tholen is a suitable location for diving enthusiasts, as there are various spots that make for great diving. Grevelingen, in addition, is located at half an hour by car.
✓ Diving shop Sub Ocean Services
✓ For beginners and advanced divers
Children
Things to do for children


Bowling in Tholen
Bowling alley Thoolse Brug is just a few minutes away. It's open daily except on Mondays. Enjoy a game of bowling with your friends, family or colleagues! Bowling is fun for young and old. Try to throw a strike!
Stevinweg 1a | Tholen | 0166 600226 | www.bowlingdethoolsebrug.nl
✓ Nice and nearby
✓ Fun for the entire family


Picking garden Franken
Just outside the centre, between the forests of the Lievensberg estate, you'll find the farm of the Franken family. The fun thing here is that you can pick a number of products yourself. That's why a visit here is very special! There also is a fruit shop where you can fresh produce.
Balsedreef 1 | Bergen op Zoom | 0164 244 451 | www.frankenfruit.nl
✓ Near the forest and 't Appeltje
✓ Fresh produce
✓ Very hospitable
✓ Bergen op Zoom


Climbing forest Brabantse Wal
Climbing Forest Brabantse Wal in Bergen op Zoom is what you would call an untamed forest. Here, you'll find no less than 7 different climbing adventures, and approximately 100 different crossings, in increasing level of difficulty and ranging in height from 3 to 18 meters.
Boslustweg 1 | Bergen op Zoom | (088) 554 66 36 | www.klimbos.nl
✓ Close to picking garden and 't Appeltje
✓ Surrounded by nature
✓ For all ages
✓ Bergen op Zoom


't Appeltje
't Appeltje is known for its large playground. Located in the center of the forest, you get to enjoy the restaurant while the children play. Everything's there, ranging from seesaws and swings to an exciting climbing castle with a slide, a family swing and a large trampoline. If your kids need to cool down a bit after playing, there's a deer camp right next to the playground where they can watch the deer.
Balsedreef 5 I Bergen op Zoom | 0164 257949 I www.hetappeltje.nl
✓ Spacious playground
✓ Close to the climbing forest and the picking garden
✓ Bergen op Zoom
✓ Bare feet trail


Movie theaters
When the weather is not ideal, it's always great to visit the cinema. Bergen op Zoom has got a new cinema, but if you would really like to make it a great day out, we would advise the Metropolis in Antwerp. An exceptionally large cinema, which the children will be talking about for some time to come.
Cinema Bergen op Zoom | www.cine-service.nl
Cinema Antwerp | www.kinepolis.be
✓ Antwerp the latest movies
✓ Close to Antwerp Zoo
✓ Unique experience


Monkey Town
In Halsteren, you'll find a large Monkey Town where the children can go wild. Kids will be climbing and clambering at the indoor play paradise, crawling through tunnels and jumping on the bouncy castles and trampolines. They can also play with the super Lego or roughhouse in the ball pits. Monkey Town offers great attractions for children between 0 and 12 years of age.
Langstraat 5 | Halsteren | 0164 851888 | www.monkeytown.eu/bergenopzoom
✓ Indoor
✓ Near Tholen