Camping on Beveland: water, polders and Zeeland tranquillity
Two islands, two characters, one thing in common: you barely need to touch the car. Walk up the dyke, grab a surfboard or cycle through the polder. Ardoer has two campsites on Beveland that give you the perfect base to do just that.
Campsites in Beveland
Zeeland at its finest can be found on Beveland. To the south lie the quiet polders of Zuid-Beveland, where you camp right on the Western Scheldt. To the north, Lake Veere awaits on Noord-Beveland, with water and open space in every direction. Ardoer has a campsite on both islands to match your way of holidaying.
Camping in Zeeland? Beveland deserves a place on your map
Beveland is actually made up of two islands that complement each other. Noord-Beveland is the domain of Lake Veere: calm inland water, ideal for watersports and sailing. Zuid-Beveland has a completely different character: open polders, winding dykes and direct contact with the Western Scheldt. Together they form one of the most varied camping destinations in Zeeland.
Ardoer has a campsite on both islands that perfectly reflects the character of the area:
- Camping Scheldeoord in Baarland (Zuid-Beveland): directly behind the sea dyke of the Western Scheldt, 200 metres from its own family beach.
- Camping and Villa Park De Paardekreek in Kortgene (Noord-Beveland): directly on Lake Veere, with watersports and a covered water play area.
What makes camping on Beveland special?
On Beveland you immediately feel you're in Zeeland. The light is different, the landscape is wide open and the sea is never far away. Both campsites sit directly on the water, so you can choose: the salty, wild character of the Western Scheldt, or the calm, sheltered Lake Veere.
What you can expect at and around both campsites:
🌊 Swimming in indoor and outdoor pools – at both campsites
🚴 Cycling and walking along dykes and through polders
⛵ Watersports on Lake Veere (De Paardekreek)
👨👩👧 Entertainment during peak season for children
🌿 Polder landscape and National Landscape Zak van Zuid-Beveland
🏖️ Schelde beach 200 metres away (Scheldeoord)
Two campsites on Beveland, each with their own character
Camping Scheldeoord – Baarland, Zuid-Beveland
Scheldeoord is located at the southernmost tip of Zuid-Beveland, directly behind the sea dyke of the Western Scheldt. Just 200 metres from the campsite lies the Scheldt beach: a peaceful family beach that gently slopes into the sea. The campsite has a heated indoor pool, an outdoor pool with giant slide, paddling pools and a water play area. Pitches are generously laid out, with a choice of standard pitches, chalets, safari tents and a chalet with private sauna. The surrounding area – the Zak van Zuid-Beveland – is designated as a National Landscape and invites cyclists and walkers.
Camping and Villa Park De Paardekreek – Kortgene, Noord-Beveland
De Paardekreek is situated directly on Lake Veere, 500 metres from the village of Kortgene. The park is a watersports paradise: both beginners and experienced visitors find their way on the lake. The covered water play area with slide is popular with younger guests. On site you'll find a Grand Café and a snack bar, and the entertainment team is active during school holidays and public holidays. The villa park villas are partly situated on the waterfront, with views over the winding creek running through the park.
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Frequently asked questions
- Which Ardoer campsites are located on Beveland?
Ardoer has two campsites on Beveland: Camping Scheldeoord in Baarland on Zuid-Beveland and Camping and Villa Park De Paardekreek in Kortgene on Noord-Beveland. Scheldeoord is located directly on the Westerschelde with its own beach just 200 metres away. De Paardekreek is situated right on the Veerse Meer and is a water sports paradise.
- What is the difference between Noord-Beveland and Zuid-Beveland as a camping destination?
Zuid-Beveland, with Camping Scheldeoord, has a quieter and more rural character: open polders, the Westerschelde estuary and a designated National Landscape. Noord-Beveland, with De Paardekreek, is more active and water-rich: situated directly on the Veerse Meer, with water sports and a lively village just 500 metres away.
- Is water sports possible at the campsites on Beveland?
De Paardekreek in Kortgene is the water sports destination: the campsite is located directly on the Veerse Meer and offers sailing, surfing and boating for both beginners and experienced visitors. At Scheldeoord in Baarland, the Schelde beach is just 200 metres away, with views of the Westerschelde and the shipping channel.
- Are dogs welcome at the Ardoer campsites on Beveland?
Yes, dogs are welcome at De Paardekreek in Kortgene. For Camping Scheldeoord, we recommend checking the current pet policy on the campsite page, as this may vary by season and pitch type.
- Can I book a rental accommodation at the campsites on Beveland?
Yes, both campsites offer rental accommodations. At Scheldeoord you can choose from chalets, safari tents, camping cottages and a chalet with a private sauna. At De Paardekreek there are lodges, villas and accommodations with a view of the Veerse Meer.
- Are the campsites on Beveland suitable for families with young children?
Both campsites are excellent for families. Scheldeoord has a heated indoor pool, an outdoor pool with a giant slide, paddling pools and entertainment. De Paardekreek has a covered water play park, an indoor play area and its own beach on the Veerse Meer. At both campsites the beach is safe and slopes gently into the water.
- How far are the campsites on Beveland from Goes and Middelburg?
Camping Scheldeoord in Baarland is approximately 18 kilometres from Goes and 25 kilometres from Middelburg. De Paardekreek in Kortgene is approximately 15 kilometres from Goes and 22 kilometres from Middelburg. Both cities are easily accessible by bicycle via the dykes and polder roads.
- What is there to do in the area around Beveland for a day trip?
From both campsites on Beveland, you can quickly reach popular day trip destinations: Deltapark Neeltje Jans, the historic city centres of Middelburg, Veere and Zierikzee, the Goes-Borsele steam train, and the walking and cycling node networks of Noord-Beveland (75 km network). On Noord-Beveland you can also spot seals and harbour porpoises.
Ready to choose? Book your Beveland holiday
Scheldeoord or Paardekreek, beach or lake, polder or watersports: both campsites are part of Ardoer, a collaboration of 30+ family campsites across the Netherlands. That means consistent quality, but with the individual character of each campsite. Check availability, compare the campsites or go straight to the one that suits you best.
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