Surroundings & activities

Goal: help guests of Boutique Hotel Zilversluis (municipality of Zilversluis, province of Zeeland) to quickly choose sights and outings. Each item uses fixed fields (Address, Distance and time, Opening hours, Price, Accessibility, Booking/Reservation, Season) and concludes with practical tips. First a short overview, then the details. For reservations: reception +31 (0)123 456 789 • info@zilversluis.com.

At a glance

Nearby (≤ 10 min walk)

Outdoor from hotel

Indoor & rainproof

With children

Harbor promenade, Market square, galleries

Dike route 15 km, Forest edge path 8 km, Polder tour 25 km

Maritime Museum, hotel lounge with fireplace

Play area Forest edge path, fountains Market square, mini cruise

GPX and PDF of routes available at reception (print or email to your phone). We do not repeat this per item below.

Historic harbor & city center

The atmospheric core of Zilversluis is literally on your doorstep: warehouses, waterfront terraces and the Market Square.

Address: Harbor promenade (from Kade 7), 1234 AB Zilversluis
Distance and time: 0–300 meters • 1–5 minutes walk
Opening hours: Outdoor space freely accessible • Saturday market 09:00–14:00
Price: Free
Accessibility: Mostly flat; some cobblestones in side streets
Booking/Reservation: Not necessary
Season: Year-round • Summer busier in the evening

Tip: best sunset at the old harbor crane.

Walking and cycling routes (start: hotel door)

Dike route – 15 km

Address: Start Kade 7 → Havenstraat → dike path
Distance and time: 15 kilometers • Walking 3–3.5 hours • Cycling 60–90 minutes
Opening hours: Accessible year-round (daylight recommended)
Price: Free
Accessibility: Paved and dike path; almost flat
Booking/Reservation: Not necessary • Renting a bike? See Facilities
Season: Best period: spring and summer

Forest edge path – 8 km

Address: Start Kade 7 → Parklaan → forest edge
Distance and time: 8 kilometers • Walking 1.5–2 hours
Opening hours: Year-round • Note: muddy sections after rain
Price: Free
Accessibility: Partly semi-paved; stroller partially suitable
Booking/Reservation: Not necessary
Season: Spring and autumn are most beautiful

Polder tour – 25 km (e-bike friendly)

Address: Start Kade 7 → Kade → polder road
Distance and time: 25 kilometers • Cycling 1.5–2 hours
Opening hours: Year-round • Wind can be strong
Price: Free (excl. bike rental)
Accessibility: Fully paved
Booking/Reservation: Bike rental via reception; reservation recommended on weekends
Season: Year-round • Furthest visibility in winter

Museums and culture

Maritime Museum Zilversluis

Address: Kademuseum 3, 1234 AB Zilversluis
Distance and time: Approx. 650 meters • 8 minutes walk
Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday 10:00–17:00 (closed Monday and Tuesday)
Price: Adults €9.00 • Children 6–17 years €5.00 • Under 6 years free
Accessibility: Elevator available • Barrier-free sanitary facilities
Booking/Reservation: Not required; can be busy on weekends
Season: Year-round • Special programs during school holidays

City Tower (view & tours)

Address: Torenplein 1, 1234 AB Zilversluis
Distance and time: Approx. 900 meters • 12 minutes walk
Opening hours: Saturday and Sunday 11:00–16:00 • Tour every hour
Price: Adults €4.00 • Children €2.00
Accessibility: Stairs only • No elevator
Booking/Reservation: Tickets on site • Closed in bad weather
Season: March to October (weather dependent)

Boat trips on the river

Relaxing cruise past reed beds and old locks. Popular on weekends and holidays.

Address: Harbor promenade pier (approx. 300 meters from the hotel)
Distance and time: 4 minutes walk • Cruise approx. 75 minutes
Opening hours: Saturday and Sunday 11:00 • 13:00 • 15:00 (April to October)
Price: Adults €14.00 • Children €8.00 • Family (2+2) €40.00
Accessibility: Low entry; wheelchair possible on request and with guidance
Booking/Reservation: At the pier or via reception; reservation recommended in good weather
Season: April to October • Evening cruises in July/August

Seasonal activities

Spring (March–May): Blossom walk on the dike • Picnic basket via reception
Summer (June–August): Evening cruises on Saturday/Sunday 19:00 • Terraces at the quay
Autumn (September–November): City walk + hot chocolate in the lounge
Winter (December–February): Candlelight route (first two Saturdays of December) • Indoor activities in the museum

Dates may change due to weather or events; check with reception for current schedule.

Activities with children

Forest edge path play area: halfway along the 8 km route • picnic tables • suitable for primary school age
Market square fountains: approx. 450 meters • summer water fun • free
Mini cruise: 30 minutes at 12:30 (Saturday/Sunday, July–August) • Children €5.00

Child seats, helmets and rain ponchos via Bike rental (limited availability).

Bad weather outings

Maritime Museum: fully covered • museum cafe inside
Hotel lounge: fireplace, reading corner and board games
Studio route (monthly): indoor locations along the quay (Saturday/Sunday)

Ask for a rain alternative map at reception.

Booking & help via reception

Cruise tickets and current market dates available
GPX and PDF for all routes: print or email to your phone
Restaurant reservations: we are happy to call for you (answer usually within 15 minutes)

Reception: daily 07:00–22:00 • Reachable 24/7 by phone • +31 (0)123 456 789 • info@zilversluis.com

Example itineraries (with time and indicative costs)

24 hours – Relax & culinary

Morning (09:00–11:00): Harbor promenade and Saturday market (free)
Afternoon (12:00–16:00): Maritime Museum (€9.00 p.p.) + coffee at the quay (~€4.00 p.p.)
Evening (19:00–21:00): Drinks in the lounge (~€8.00 p.p.) + dinner at the harbor (variable)

Indicative daily costs (excl. dinner): approx. €13.00 per adult.

48 hours – Active & culture

Day 1: Cycling Dike route (3.5 hours; free) • City Tower (€4.00 p.p.) • Boat trip 15:00 (€14.00 p.p.)
Day 2: Polder tour 25 km (1.5–2 hours; free) • Galleries and terrace (consumptions variable)

Indicative total entrance/activity costs (2 days, per adult): approx. €18.00 (excl. bike rental/consumptions).

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to reserve for activities?
Walking/cycling: no. Cruise: recommended in good weather or on weekends. Museums: usually walk-in.

Are pets allowed at activities?
Harbor promenade and outdoor routes: allowed on a leash. Museum and city tower: no pets (except service dogs). Boat trip: small dogs possible, ask in advance.

Is everything within walking distance?
Most highlights are within 1 kilometer. The Polder tour is a cycling route.

Is it wheelchair accessible?
Harbor promenade and museum: yes (note some cobblestones outside). City tower: no. Boat trip: on request with guidance.

What if it rains hard or storms?
City tower and cruise may close. Choose museum or hotel lounge instead. Ask reception for current status.

Where do I get route files?
At reception: GPX and PDF (print or email). They also help with setting it up on your phone.

Last updated: October 2025. Times and prices subject to change; confirm with reception before departure.

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