Camping in Oostkapelle

The village of Oostkapelle is located directly on the North Sea coast and is therefore a popular holiday destination, especially for families with children. Thanks to the clean coastline and gently sloping beaches, even the youngest guests feel at home here.

But it's not just the little ones who get their money's worth during a camping holiday: Oostkapelle is a very sociable village with great highlights in the town centre. Holidaymakers can immerse themselves in the traditions of Dutch culture at regular markets.

The landmark of this romantic village is the late Gothic parish church Protestantse Kerk with its 14th century tower. In summer, visitors can climb the steps and enjoy a breathtaking view of the hustle and bustle of the village and the unique landscape from the top.

Campsites in Oostkapelle

The most popular campsites in Oostkapelle include Camping in de Bongerd, De Pekelinge, Camping Dennenboos and the Ons Buiten holiday complex. Many of the sites are located in the immediate vicinity of the North Sea beach and therefore offer the best conditions for sunbathing, relaxing and numerous water sports activities.

In addition to pitches for motorhomes, most of the sites and camping parks also offer mobile homes, bungalows, tent pitches or other rental accommodation. The facilities on the pitches are good: clean sanitary facilities, electricity and water connections as well as Wi-Fi connections ensure that guests feel at home on the campsites in Oostkapelle.

Many campsites have their own entertainment programme for children, organised by experienced supervisors. As most Dutch people can also speak German, communication is usually not a problem. Restaurants, snack bars and supermarkets cater for self-catering guests.

Is camping with a dog allowed in Oostkapelle?

There are several dog-friendly accommodations in Oostkapelle. As everywhere in Zeeland, it is generally not a problem travelling to the campsite with pets. In some cases, however, there are special regulations at the individual campsites that prohibit dogs in mobile homes and other rental accommodation. You should find out about this in advance.

If you want to take your dog to the beach, consider yourself lucky: Both free-roaming dogs and dogs on a lead are allowed on the beaches of Oostkapelle. But there is a catch: dogs are banned from 1 May to 15 September. In the high season, you will therefore have to switch to one of the many dog beaches in Zeeland.

The nearest dog beach from Oostkapelle is the dog beach 64 Berkenbosch. Leashed dogs are allowed here all year round

How to get to Oostkapelle

If you are travelling from Munich, you can choose between two routes of roughly equal length: The first leads past the picturesque cities of Nuremberg, Würzburg, Frankfurt am Main and Cologne. Here it is worth taking a break at the popular Würzburg Nord motorway service area.

Campers can enjoy a fantastic view of the local vineyards and an enchanting view of the city. Culture lovers can look forward to a short stop in Cologne and a visit to the world-famous Cologne Cathedral. After crossing the Belgian border, holidaymakers pass the lively port city of Antwerp before reaching Oostkapelle in around 90 kilometres.

The other route leads past Stuttgart and Koblenz. If travelling from Hanover, holidaymakers can choose the approximately 530-kilometre route via Osnabrück or opt for the route of the same length via Bielefeld and Essen. Travelling from Leipzig, there are several routes to choose from: On the shorter route of around 770 kilometres, travellers pass the attractive cities of Göttingen and Dortmund until they finally reach the Dutch border and follow the local motorway to the North Sea.

Activities and excursions in Oostkapelle

The campsites in Oostkapelle are set in picturesque surroundings and are particularly popular with those seeking peace and quiet, families and sports enthusiasts. Here are some tips and suggestions.

Bathing fun on the white sandy beaches of the North Sea

The Zeeland holiday region has several beautiful sandy beaches stretching for kilometres. One of the most beautiful beaches in this region is the clean, fine sandy beach in Oostkapelle. This wide stretch of coastline is ideal for swimming, kite flying and surfing. Water lovers can also go fishing, sailing or diving here. The Lage Duintjes beach is recommended for younger guests.

The popular Cadzand beach is around 80 kilometres away. Thanks to the gently sloping water, even small children can enjoy the pleasant water and toddlers can splash and play in the pools that form there. If you like, you can also visit the Zeeland Riviera with the seaside resorts of Westkapelle, Zoutelande and Dishoek.

Day trips to the paradisiacal Oranjezon nature reserve

Active people and nature lovers can hire a bike and explore the seemingly endless coastal landscape of Zeeland. The polders of Walcheren are also well worth a visit and are easily accessible by bike. Oostkapelle borders the Oranjezon nature reserve. The northern coastal section of the Walcheren peninsula is particularly eye-catching with its dunes and dense forest areas.

In addition to a wide variety of coniferous and deciduous trees, visitors will find a diverse range of wildlife as well as many ponds and lakes. The Oranjezon nature reserve forms a large part of the Manteling nature and cultural area, which is known for its unique flora, among other things.

Gastronomic highlights for campers

Dutch cuisine is particularly famous for its hearty dishes. The main ingredients are vegetables, butter, meat, fish and milk. The different cuisines often overlap with those from neighbouring regions, such as the Rhenish or Flemish cuisines. One of the locals' favourite dishes is stamppot, a stew made from mashed potatoes and various vegetables. It is often served with smoked sausage. Bitterballen are deep-fried meatballs and are one of the Dutch's favourite finger foods. They are usually made from beef and are eaten with a delicious mustard dip. The famous stroopwafels are served as a sweet accompaniment to coffee or tea. This delicacy consists of two waffles and a caramel filling in the centre.

Best time for a camping holiday in Oostkapelle

The Netherlands is characterised by a temperate maritime climate. Temperatures in Oostkapelle are relatively warm and there is frequent rainfall. Thanks to its proximity to the North Sea, winters are also fairly mild with maximum temperatures of around 5 degrees Celsius. The summer months of July and August are characterised by pleasantly warm temperatures of around 20 degrees Celsius and are perfect for swimming and soaking up the sun.

During the mild spring and autumn months, you can take long walks along the beach or through the beautiful nature reserves. These temperatures are also ideal for cycling tours through the extensive hinterland or a visit to the market and the church.