Spectacular Kite Surfers at the Oosterscheldekering

We originally planned to meet some friends in Kamperland, Zeeland, for a long bike ride, promising ourselves mussels and fries at Neeltje Jans afterward. For those unfamiliar with the region, Neeltje Jans is a 285-hectare island situated halfway along the Oosterscheldekering. Originally a work island, it is now a recreation area with an information and attraction park.

Unfortunately, the weather didn't cooperate. While we avoided the rain, we faced 7 Beaufort winds, making a bike ride dangerous. Instead, we decided to watch the kite surfers at the Oosterscheldekering, a dam and storm surge barrier between Schouwen-Duiveland and Noord-Beveland. Watching the kite surfers was spectacular! And yes, we still treated ourselves to those delicious mussels and fries at Neeltje Jans in the end. 😊