Tasting the Oosterschelde

Nowhere will you eat fresher than in Yerseke. From traditional mussel restaurants to oyster bars on the harbor: the village lives from the sea. The mussel season runs from summer to spring, while Zeeland oysters can be tasted all year round. Want to know who actually farms these oysters and mussels? Read the shellfish families and companies of Yerseke.

Zeeland mussels

The classic: a steaming pan of mussels with fries and sauce, fresh from the Oosterschelde.

Oosterschelde oysters

Creuses and flat oysters, served raw with a drop of lemon. Yerseke's calling card.

Seafood dishes

Generous platters with oysters, mussels, crinkles, shrimps and more Zeeland delicacies.

Terraces at the harbour

Enjoy seafood with a view of the boats and water of the Oosterschelde.

Seafood restaurants

From informal to fine dining: Yerseke has restaurants for every occasion and every budget.

Oosterschelde lobster

In the spring, the popular Oosterschelde lobster is a delicacy that you can taste fresh here.