Meeuwenduinen - Nature

The Meeuwenduinen form one of the most pristine and natural dune areas of Zeeland. Here you experience the power of wind, sand and sea in an impressive silence area.

• Silence and nature: A unique area with high dunes, quiet valleys and rare plants such as grass of Parnassus, centaury and marsh helleborine.
• Accessible only outside breeding season: To protect vulnerable birds, the area is only open from 15 July to 15 March.
• Top location for birdwatchers: In spring and autumn you’ll find waders, gulls, songbirds and sometimes even birds of prey.
• Panoramic views: From the dune tops you have sweeping views over the Natura 2000 area Kop van Schouwen.

Seasonal experience

• Spring: The area is closed so birds can breed undisturbed.
• Summer: Closed until mid-July, but from 15 July nature opens up with waving marram grasses and summer tranquillity.
• Autumn: Perfect time for walks through rugged dunes; migratory birds arrive in large numbers.
• Winter: Pure and serene – silence and wide-open views dominate the landscape.

Practical information

• Excursion barn Westerschouwen: Before or after your visit, you can stop by the Excursion Barn of Staatsbosbeheer, the starting point for nature excursions, children’s trails and themed walks.
• Parking: Parking is available at car park “Het Groene Duin” on the Adriaan v/d Weijdeweg, accessible via the Bosweg.
• Route: Staatsbosbeheer has marked out a 12 km walking route. Follow the posts with green arrows and explore this special dune landscape.
• Tip: Bring binoculars for birdwatching and to admire the distant horizon from the dune tops even better.

Furthermore Meeuwenduinen is near the following sights: Lookout Tower Slapershil (±800 m), Lighthouse West Schouwen Haamstede (±1,5 km), Boswachterij Westerschouwen (±2,3 km), Kop van Schouwen (±2,3 km) & Zeepeduinen (±2,4 km).

For information

Kraaijensteinweg, Burgh-Haamstede