Visit Yerseke
Everything you need for a day on the Oosterschelde.
Accessibility
By car via the A58, exit Yerseke/Kruiningen. By public transport via Kruiningen-Yerseke station and connecting bus. By boat via the marina on the Oosterschelde.
Opening hours & access
- Dorp, haven & dijken: 24 uur open, vrij toegankelijk
- Oosterscheldemuseum (temporarily at Lepelstraat 7B): Mon–Sat, 12:30–16:30, closed Sunday
- Restaurants: dagelijks, zie ter plaatse
Excursions & cruises
Discover the oyster pits and the Oosterschelde during a boat trip or oyster excursion. Reservations are recommended, especially in high season.
Weekly market
Every Friday morning from 08:30 to 12:30, there's a weekly market in the centre of Yerseke. A good moment to see the village outside the tourist rush.
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Advertise hereDo's & Don'ts at a Glance
Three things to do, three to avoid, for a smooth visit.
- Book your table ahead, especially at weekends during mussel season.
- Join a guided tour of the historic oyster pits, starting at Kerkplein 14.
- Check the tide before booking a boat trip, the Oosterschelde is tidal water. Background on the tides is on the page tides and nature.
- Don't expect a big town with extensive shopping, Yerseke is compact.
- Don't count on fishmongers being open on Sundays.
- Don't rely blindly on public transport, there's no train station here.
Visiting with a wheelchair or rollator?
Yerseke has one clearly documented accessible route. See what is confirmed, and what to check before you go.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about location, mussel season, getting there and whether a visit is free.
Walking route
Along the harbor and oyster pits
A relaxing walk through the village, along the oyster wells and along the sea wall. Wear comfortable shoes; the route is largely flat and takes 60 to 90 minutes.
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Marina & harbor quay
Start at the lively marina. The mussel and fishing boats are moored here and you immediately have a panoramic view of the Oosterschelde.
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The oyster pits
Walk past the characteristic oyster pits, the tidal basins in which the oysters are kept. The Yerseke logo.
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Oosterschelde Museum
Delve into the history of the village and its shellfish culture, from darlin mining and madder to modern oyster and mussel farming.
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Village center & Church of Our Lady
Stroll through the old village center with its shops, terraces and the striking village church.
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Sea dike towards Yerseke Moer
Follow the sea wall with panoramic views over the water, with a chance of seeing seals and wading birds.
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Terrace at the harbour
Finish on a terrace at the harbor with a bowl of fresh mussels or oysters, straight from the Oosterschelde.
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