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The province of Zeeland, also known as the land in the sea, is located in the west of the Netherlands and consists mostly of islands and peninsulas. The Ooster- and Westerschelde arms of the sea reach deep into the Zeeland landscape. The Oosterschelde National Park, the largest national park in the Netherlands, is one of the most species-rich habitats in Europe and when the water masses retreat at low tide, many different bird species cavort between the seals on the exposed sandbanks. Cycle with us from the energetic city of Rotterdam - the city stands for relaxed and uncomplicated togetherness like no other city in the Netherlands - to the province of Zeeland. Discover the historic towns of Zierikzee, Middelburg and the Delta Works, Holland's most impressive storm surge barriers. And try delicious mussels, oysters or the Oosterschelde lobster. You should not miss a stop in one of the numerous fish restaurants!
Individual arrival in Rotterdam. Embarkation at around 16:00 p.m. Before that, you might have time to visit the magnificent Rotterdam Market Hall. The Dutch say it is their "answer to the Sistine Chapel". At around 18:00 p.m., a boat trip to the oldest city in Holland, Dordrecht, impressively situated between three large rivers.
Overnight place: Dordrecht
In the early morning your ship takes you to Willemstad, a small fortress town worth seeing from the 17th/18th. Century. The tranquil place impresses with the freshly caught fish, which can be tasted in many restaurants. This is where you start your first bike tour. You cross the inland waters of the Haringvliet via the Volkerakdam and cycle across open fields and through picturesque farming villages to the popular water sports resort of Hellevoetsluis.
Overnight place: Hellevoetsluis
Before you start your bike tour, you should go on a discovery tour through the large harbor and make a detour to the old lighthouse in the south of the city. You cycle over the Haringvliet and through small villages like Stellendam, agricultural places like Melissant and water sports places like Herkingen with a large marina. You cycle via the Grevelingendam to the mussel village of Bruinisse. A stroll through the harbor to the north of the city is a must for any visitor.
Overnight place: Bruinisse
Today you can visit the "Watersnoodmuseum" during your bike tour. Here you can find out everything about the great flood disaster of 1953 and the "drowned" village of Viane, which was flooded and never rebuilt. Continue towards Zierikzee, which is one of the ten most beautiful Dutch monument towns. The "Dicke Turm" rises high above the city. A detour to the historical center is worthwhile. Then you drive on over the Zeelandbrug - an impressive structure 5 km long, built on 54 pillars - to your destination for the day - the port town of Veere. Imposing yachts are now moored where richly laden ships from Scotland used to dock.
Overnight place: Veere
Experience the "picture book Holland" on today's bike tour. Discover the former working island Neeltje Jans, which was dug up especially for the construction of the Oosterschelde storm surge barrier, the impressive structure of the Delta Works. You have the opportunity to admire the locks not only up close, but also from the inside. The adjoining amusement park "Deltapark" gives an insight into the life of the sea lions and the underwater world of the Oosterschelde (optional).
The first stop on your cycle tour is Middelburg, the capital of Zeeland. The city has a rich past and was once the most important city in the Netherlands after Amsterdam. Numerous shops and cafés invite you to visit. During a city tour (optional) you have the opportunity to learn all sorts of interesting and worth knowing things about the enchanting city. We continue through the picturesque, typically Dutch landscape on the Walcheren peninsula. Wide beaches, forests and dunes await you. Nowhere else in the Netherlands does the sun shine as often and for as long as here.
On the last cycling stage you will experience the most famous windmills in the Netherlands at the Kinderdijk. The 19 well-preserved mills date from the 18th century and have been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It's worth a visit! You continue along the Maas to Rotterdam. Take the opportunity to take a harbor tour of Europe's largest deep-water port and admire the skyline and impressive architecture from the water.
Disembarkation until 09:00 am and individual journey home.
Our services are communicated in German and English.
| Price in € per person * | upper deck | main deck |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bed cabin | €1199 | €1049 |
| 2-bed cabin for single use | €1799 | - |
| 1 bed cabin | €1599 | - |
| 2 bed cabin aft* | €1149 | - |
Endless expanses, wonderful beaches and seaside resorts
Departure Saturday 25.05. – 01.06. I 01.06 – 08.06. I 08.06. – 15.06. | 15.06. – 22.06. | 03.08/10.08 – 10.08. I 17.08. – 17.08. I 24.08. – 24.08. | 31.08 – XNUMX.
| Price in € per person * 2024 | upper deck | main deck |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bed cabin | €1199 | €1049 |
| 2-bed cabin for single use | €1799 | - |
| 1 bed cabin | €1599 | - |
| 2 bed cabin aft* | €1149 | - |
Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Book now Price calculatorFlight: Rotterdam Airport
Train: from/to Rotterdam train station
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MS NORMANDY
A personal and family atmosphere awaits you on board the cozy middle-class ship MS NORMANDIE. The friendly panoramic saloon with bar is located on the upper deck, and the tasteful restaurant is on the main deck (no direct access from the cabin area). The spacious sun deck has seating areas and deck chairs.
The MS NORMANDIE has a total of forty-nine 2-bed cabins and two 1-bed cabins. All 2-bed cabins on the main and upper deck are approx. 10-11 m² in size. They are equipped with two lower hotel beds, shower/toilet, flat screen TV, safe, hair dryer, centrally controlled air conditioning and a panoramic window. The windows on the upper deck can be opened.
The 1-bed cabins are smaller (approx. 7 m²) and have a lower hotel bed.
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| deck plan | 2 bed cabin, main deck | 2 bed cabin, upper deck | Bar |
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| Restaurant | MS Normandy - exterior view | MS Normandy - exterior view | Living Room |
Minimum number of participants: 60 people must be reached 21 days before departure.
Program and information subject to changes in the meantime, including for meteorological and nautical reasons!
Taking your own bikes with you: Due to the limited space available on the sun deck, it is only possible to take your own bike with you on request and only to a limited extent. We exclude any liability for loss, theft, damage - this also applies to transport damage from ship to land and back.
Excursion program: Can only be booked directly on board. You will receive a brief description with the travel documents. Depending on the composition of the participants, the excursions may be offered bilingually in German and English.
Timetable and program changes are generally reserved. If, for example, a route cannot be navigated due to low or high water or bad weather, the captain reserves the right to change the route for your safety (this is not a free reason for cancellation). The same applies to lock and/or bridge repairs ordered by the authorities and not announced in advance.
Travel documents: EU nationals (who do not have any special circumstances, e.g. dual citizenship, primary residence abroad or temporary travel documents) require a valid identity card or passport for this trip, which must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip. If you have another citizenship or several citizenships or if you have to observe special legal regulations, please inform yourself about the respective visa and entry regulations at your responsible consulate.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
The large number of cycle paths make Holland a paradise for cyclists. The routes are flat and can be classified as easy, sea wind is to be expected.
Not included in the tour price: Arrival and departure, parking fees, transfers, bicycle rental, entrance fees and excursions, city maps, ferry and waterbus fees, tips, beverages and personal expenses, travel insurance
