Cycling and hiking in Oostkapelle

Looking for a great destination for a cycling and hiking vacation in Zeeland? Then our vacation homes in Oostkapelle are the perfect place to stay. These vacation homes are just a stone’s throw from the beach and right next to marked cycling and hiking trails. We’re sharing our tips for the best cycling routes and hiking areas, as well as other things to do in Oostkapelle. Cycling and hiking in Oostkapelle and the surrounding area is a real treat!

Oostkapelle is located on Walcheren, where there are many more great places to discover. Hop on a bike and explore Veere, Middelburg, Zoutelande, and Domburg on a cycling tour of Walcheren. Take a short stroll through town or take a break at one of the restaurants for coffee or lunch. You can easily shorten the route by following the bike junction markers.

A fun fact for true cycling enthusiasts: Our vacation rentals, “De Duno Lodges,” in Oostkapelle are located along the LF Coastal Route, a 610-kilometer route that runs from Cadzand-Bad to Bad Nieuweschans. Would you like to leave your own bike at home while you’re on vacation? No problem! You can easily rent a bike through Hello Bikes: pick it up in Oostkapelle or simply have it delivered to your vacation home.

The Manteling in Walcheren is Zeeland’s most diverse coastal area. The hiking trails here take you through forests, dunes, and along the beach. Bring your binoculars, because there’s a lot of wildlife in the Manteling. You might even spot a deer. The area also has a rich history, with Westhove Castle (now a hostel) located in the “heart” of the Manteling. Want to learn more about the area’s history and get a feel for what life was like back then? Then visit Terra Maris! This museum in the Manteling features exhibitions on Zeeland’s nature and landscape. It’s a nice break during your walk, and afterward, you can enjoy a delicious cup of coffee on the terrace.

Another beautiful hiking area, near Oostkapelle, is Oranjezon. The Oranjezon nature reserve consists of sheltered dune valleys and woods and borders the beach. At Oranjezon, there are four hiking trails of varying lengths to choose from. This way, you can decide for yourself whether you’re up for a long hike through the entire area or a quicker, shorter walk just through the woods. Don’t feel like cooking in your vacation home after a day of hiking? Then head to one of the restaurants in Oostkapelle. There, you can enjoy delicious Zeeland seafood, such as Zeeland mussels or oysters.