Municipality in Zeeland, Netherlands
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Vlissingen (historically known as Flushing) is a port town in the Dutch province of Zeeland, situated on the northern bank of Western Scheldt, just at its estuary on the North Sea.
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MuZEEum means MuSEAum in Dutch, a word-play as it is the maritime museum of Zeeland. Vlissingen has been a maritime stronghold of Zeeland for centuries with its seafront, harbours and shipbuilding. The museum is housed in buildings from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, fused together by modern 21st century architecture.
Trendy, laid back place with tasty food. Great quality for money, with anything from lobster to the cheap dish of the day. Many of the dishes use biological and seasonal products.
This restaurant/bar serves the seafood common in Vlissingen. On the menu are many kinds of fried fish, including kibbeling and squid. It doesn't look fancy, but is an option if you're looking for cheaper fare. The staff are really friendly and willing to give you advice on where to go and what to do in Vlissingen and Zeeland. Order the Fish Mix if you want to try all the fish in one go.
Very simple snackbar in between the bars of the Bellamypark. If you're looking to save money, and don't expect any service, then this is the place. Try some fried kibbeling (fish snack) with fries here. They are even prepared in an unusual way with Asian spices.
Nicely located on the boulevard with a good view. Simple but tasty bistro dishes.
This is quite a traditional bar, but it has a nice atmosphere. In the afternoon and evening, music is not that loud so you can easily have a conversation. Simple pub grub is served, though at €17-20, the mains are quite overpriced. Better come here for the drinks as they have some nice beers on tap. Try the Vedett on hot summer days, a light Belgian wheat beer.
The most bustling bar of Vlissingen that has the interior of a British pub. At day-time it is a relaxed place to have a beer or sit on the outside terrace. There are many different kinds of beer on tap, inform with the waiter. At night it turns into a hip bar with loud pop music. It is popular among the locals, especially with younger audiences.
Sea-side boutique hotel with modern rooms. The ones on the city side can be a bit noisy, but earplugs are provided. The reception isn't open 24/7 but there's staff on call if needed.
Nice sea views from many of the rooms (the others look out over the city) and good breakfast buffet. The rooms are nothing out of the ordinary, but well equipped and spacious. There's parking and facilities including a sauna available.
This hostel has rooms and dorms. They're all simple, with pine furniture and a separate bathroom for each room. Towels and bed linen are for rent. It's located conveniently in the centre, but bring earplugs as the next door church bells ring every half hour, also at night.
Friendly, small, 3-star hotel in the historic part of town. Rooms on the front side have a nice view over the Westerschelde.
Vlissingen has two railway stations and is the end on the line Roosendaal-Vlissingen. Passing through Roosendaal, there are direct connections to Rotterdam (1 hr 40 min), The Hague (>2 hr) and Amsterdam (almost 3 hr).
Read in the guideYou can easily get around by bicycle. The area is well served by cycle lanes and cycle paths. You can cycle along the shipping canal to Middelburg which is only a few km away.
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