Discover the Hidden Gems of Goeree-Overflakkee: Your Island Escape Awaits

We're excited to share with you the wonders of Goeree-Overflakkee! As relatively recent residents ourselves, we're continually discovering new and surprising aspects of this unique island, and we're thrilled to guide you on your own exploration.

Goeree-Overflakkee is primarily an agricultural haven, boasting vast, unspoiled landscapes and endless horizons. You'll be pleasantly surprised by the absence of busy highways, and the relaxed, stress-free atmosphere. Surrounded by water – naturally, as it's an island – you’ll find abundant opportunities for recreation on, in, and around the water. The island is also home to extensive dune areas with beautiful, wide beaches, offering plenty to see and do all year round.

You'll find charming villages, intriguing museums, vibrant markets, scenic boat tours, fascinating exhibitions, quaint shops, and welcoming restaurants dotted throughout the island. Miles of car, walking, and cycling routes offer a variety of ways to experience the island's diverse scenery. Many popular tourist locations are easily accessible by road. We've highlighted just a few of the must-see sights in the area:

  • Faunapark Flakkee (Nieuwe Tonge): A local zoo with a variety of animals, great for a family day out.
  • A Seal (Stellendam): Visit a seal rescue and rehabilitation center, a heartwarming and educational experience.
  • Bird Island Bliek (Middelharnis): A paradise for bird watchers, offering a diverse array of bird species.
  • The Slikken of Flakkee: Explore the beautiful nature reserve between Goedereede and Herkingen.
  • Grevelingenmeer (Battenoord): If you are visiting in autumn or winter, see the incredible sight of flamingos that overwinter here.
  • De Hellegatsplaten: A truly remarkable experience to see Heck cattle and Fjord horses roaming freely in this beautiful nature reserve. It also boasts an architecturally unique bird observatory in nature reserve De Scheelhoek.


If you are lucky, you might even be here for the beautiful Tulip route in the Spring.

To get a taste of the stunning nature and surroundings, take a look at our ‘Tourist Links’ section below.

But the best way to truly appreciate Goeree-Overflakkee is to experience it firsthand. Come and discover it all for yourself!

Goeree-Overflakkee... the island where you can literally and figuratively explore in every direction! Peace, nature, beauty, and wonder await you – all in one remarkable place.

We invite you to explore our links section to plan your adventure!"