
Nature Areas by Bicycle
By bike, 5 remarkable areas are accessible around Westkapelle. The dunes and beach on both sides of the village and the open polder landscape of Walcheren are all within cycling distance.
Westkapelle lies at the westernmost point of Walcheren and offers a unique cycling environment: the sea dyke curves around the village and provides a panoramic road with views over both sea and land. Via the Walcheren junction network, Westkapelle is easily connected to Domburg, Zoutelande and the rest of the peninsula.
Below you will find the finest cycling routes around Westkapelle — from a dyke route with sea views to a tour through the Walcheren interior or along the coast towards Domburg or Zoutelande.

By bike, 5 remarkable areas are accessible around Westkapelle. The dunes and beach on both sides of the village and the open polder landscape of Walcheren are all within cycling distance.

Nature reserve Noordervroon is a beautiful and dynamic coastal landscape between Westkapelle and Domburg, directly behind the sea dike. A paradise for walkers, cyclists, birdwatchers and anyone who loves peace, space and pure coastal nature. Unique coastal landscape full of life

The Westkapelle Forest and Westkapelle Creek form a beautiful nature area on the Zeeland coast, just south of Westkapelle. Why visit Westkapelle Forest and Creek? Here, nature, history and tranquillity come together. It’s a wonderful place to walk, cycle, go birdwatching or simply relax in peace. - Historical origins from WWII: The creeks were formed after the bombing ...

The forest of Boudewijnskerke is a young nature reserve between the dike village of Westkapelle and the hamlet of Boudewijnskerke. The 41-hectare forest was created in 2007 and is now a wonderful place for peace, recreation and nature experiences. Why visit the Boudewijnskerke Forest? -

The Biggekerke Forest is a small but charming nature area on the southern edge of Biggekerke, heading towards the dunes of Valkenisse. This young village forest of around 68 hectares offers a surprising variety within the open Zeeland landscape and is an ideal spot for those seeking peace, nature, and simplicity. Why visit Biggekerke Forest? -

The Hedge Area Arnemuiden is a hidden gem in Zeeland. This small nature reserve of about 4 hectares lets you experience a piece of authentic Zeeland cultural landscape, as Walcheren looked before 1944. Why visit the Hedge Area Arnemuiden? - Authentic cultural landscape: Walk through small meadows surrounded by flowering hedgerows, intersected by narrow ditches and ...

The Kaapduinen near Dishoek, together with the nearby Westduin near Vlissingen and the high dunes of Zoutelande, form one of the most diverse dune areas in Zeeland. It’s a beautiful mix of nature, sea views and history – behind the dunes lies the picturesque, rolling farmland of Walcheren. What makes the Kaapduinen so special? - Unique coastal nature: High dune tops, ...

The Sint Laurense Weihoek, located between Grijpskerke and Middelburg, is a unique and valuable nature reserve of approximately 110 hectares. It is known as the top area for meadow birds on Walcheren and forms part of one of the 40 Geosites of the UNESCO Geopark Schelde Delta. Why visit the Sint Laurense Weihoek? - Paradise for meadow birds: During the breeding season, ...

The Manteling of Walcheren is one of the most remarkable nature reserves in Zeeland. This stunning area lies between the coastal towns of Domburg and Oostkapelle, forming a unique landscape where dunes meet woodland – a rare combination in the Netherlands. A unique landscape full of history and nature Covering about 740 hectares, The Manteling offers a varied landscape ...