With a coastline of no less than 650 kilometres, there’s a myriad of places for swimmers to take a dip in the sea. These include some of the best beaches in Zeeland, many with welcoming beach pavilions. Always check the warning flags on the beach beforehand. These flags indicate whether it’s safe to swim, whether there are strong currents, and whether lifeguards are on duty.

If you prefer calmer waters, the inland lagoons of the Veerse Meer and the Grevelingenmeer  are ideal for swimming, sailing and water sports. The Veerse Meer is particularly popular with families because of its shallow waters, child-friendly shorelines and landing stages. Tip: bring your water shoes, as some beaches have pebbles and shells.

If the weather’s working against you, then no worries: Zeeland has a wealth of indoor and outdoor pools. These include sub-tropical aqua parks, such as Omnium in Goes, and outdoor pools, such as Den Inkel in Kruiningen. But of course, there’s lots more. So why not pack your swimming bags and get ready for a fun-packed day at one Zeeland’s many pools?

For the latest opening times, rules and admission prices, just go to the website of the pool in question.

Outdoor swimming is allowed throughout Zeeland, unless it is expressly forbidden. Having said that, it’s best to pick a spot which is an officially designated swimming location. The provincial authorities assign these locations every year, taking into account the quality and safety of the water. This means fewer worries about where you swim. More information can be found here. Zeeland Veilig has given us a few tips about how to make the most of your swimming in the sea or inland in a safe and responsible fashion.

You should always check the quality and safety of the water at www.zwemwater.nl before you go swimming, so that you can take a dip without any worries!