Deltapontjes 2020 [English]

Stellendam Expedition Haringvliet takes you to Stellendam: the location of the seal shel- ter A Seal and the Zoet of Zout restaurant, where you can have refreshments while taking in the amazing view over the Haringvliet. There are bikes for hire in Stellendam, and you can go on an electric boat trip over the Zuiderdiep (start/info address: ‘t Wapen van Stellendam, Voorstraat). Three wonderful cycle and walking routes start at the TOP in Stellendam in the outer harbour, with destinations such as the ‘ Kwade Hoek’ and ‘Scheelhoek’ nature reserves, and historic Goedereede. The fish market at Stellendam hosts guided tours every Friday morning between May and October, where you can also eat some delicious fish. Register in advance with the VVV Goeree-Overflakkee for the tour. A Seal At A Seal, seals are taken in and looked after. These are mostly either young seal pups that have lost their mother, or injured or sickly seals. Once the seals have been nursed back to a healthy state and able to survive in the wild, they are released. Before this happens, they must take several strides (or swimming strokes) on their road to recovery. For more information on A Seal, go to: www.aseal.nl . Hellevoetsluis The town’s fantastic location on the vast Haringvliet has significantly impacted the course of Hellevoetsluis’ history, which is known as a ‘Fortress in the Haringvliet’ for good reason. This fortress city, with its harbours and defensive bulwarks, is home to a veritable treasure trove of history. There has always been a close connection between Hellevoetsluis and water. Thanks to its favourable and strategic position on the Haringvliet, Hellevoetsluis became a home port for the Dutch war fleet in the early 17th century. The port was repeatedly reinforced as time went on, resulting in its unique dual identity as fortified city and war port. It was home to storied admirals of the Dutch fleet such as De Ruyter, Tromp and Piet Hein. There are many attractions from Dutch maritime history within the fortress walls, and within walking distance of the ferry stop for Expedition Haringvliet, as well as inviting outdoor cafes. You can also explore the picturesque Voorne-Putten by bicycle, by following the numbered cycle guide points. 26 Haringvliet destinations