Renesse
Renesse breathes the sea. Step onto the beach within minutes, feel the salty sea air, and hear the sound of the North Sea all around you. It’s no surprise that people visit Renesse throughout the year. Whether it’s for a refreshing beach walk, a bike ride, a perfect day on one of the many kilometres of sandy beaches, or to simply clear your mind. Hop on a bike and explore the surroundings of Renesse. Cycle through the Vroongronden nature reserve, past grazing animals and open landscapes, or take a ride towards Moermond Castle. Start yourday by the sea from the Brouwersdam and discover everything the area has to offer. Arriving by car? A spacious Park & Ride is located on the edge of Renesse. From there, free buses take you to the beach, the village, or your campsite. Easy and convenient.
Beach
Renesse is one of the most well-known seaside resorts on Schouwen-Duiveland. Here, you'll find kilometres of wide sandy beaches, ranging from family-friendly bathing beaches to quieter naturalbeaches where you can spot a variety of birds and sometimes even a seal. Grab an ice cream or a snack at one of the beach pavilions, or end your day by the sea with dinner while watching the sun slowly set over the water. The beaches of Renesse are: Watergat, Wilhelminahoeve, Jan van Renesseweg, Scholderlaan, ’t Klokje, Strand Ellemeet, and Brouwersdam.
Explore our wide sandy beaches
Nature Areas
Renesse is home to the Vroongronden and the Gadra Forest. In the Vroongronden, free-roaming cattle and Scottish Highland cows may cross your path at any moment. Visit early in the morning or towards the end of the day, and you’ll often spot fallow deer grazing as well. It’s a wonderful area for cycling, as cars are not permitted here. The Gadra Forest is located between Renesse and Burgh-Haamstede. Walking here is never boring, with wild grazing horses, red-and-white mushrooms scattered throughout the forest, and fallow deer hiding among the trees and shrubs. On warm summer days, the forest offers a welcome escape from the heat. In August, it is also one of the few places where you can admire blooming heather.
Are you visiting for the day, or staying a little longer?
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Food & Drinks
Food & Drinks
Find your favourite restaurant here. Will you go for an extensive dinner or a quick bite?
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Accommodation
Accommodation
Staying longer than a day? In and around Renesse, you'll find plenty of options for a comfortable overnight stay.
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Shopping
Shopping
Looking for a new outfit, a souvenir to take home, or a fresh bouquet of flowers? Renesse has it all!
Worth a visit
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Moermond Castle
Dreaming of a fairytale wedding in a real castle? Moermond Castle in Renesse makes it possible. The castle is surrounded by a moat and lies within the 45-hectare protected nature reserve of theMoermond Estate. The castle and estate are not open to the public and can only be reserved for private events.
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Gnome Forest
The Gnome Forest features a walking trail designed for young children (up to 8 years old). To find your way around the estate, purchase a route map and a gnome hat from various hotels, campsites, andshops before setting off on your adventure. Route maps are also available at the reception of Fletcher Landgoed Hotel Renesse.
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Vroongronden
Here, free-roaming cattle and Scottish Highland cows may cross your path at any moment. Visit early in the morning or towards the end of the day, and you’ll often spot fallow deer grazing as well. It’s a wonderful area for cycling, as cars are not permitted here.
Events in Renesse
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Expositie Schildergroep Jacobus kerk Renesse
Expositie Schildergroep Jacobus kerk Renesse
Exhibitionuntil 23 September
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The Muddy Waters Tribute Band
The Muddy Waters Tribute Band
Theater performanceSaturday 29 August
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Cycling and Walking in Renesse - and surrounding area
More about Renesse
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Webcams
Can't wait for your holiday in Renesse to begin? We completely understand. That's why we've placed webcams at various locations throughout Renesse, so you can already start enjoying that holiday feeling from home.
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The History of Renesse
Renesse has a rich and fascinating history. From prehistoric inhabitants living among the dunes to the many visitors who enjoy its beaches today.
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Intangible Heritage: Straô Rieën
The sound of neighing horses, thundering hooves, excited anticipation, and a horn announcing the start: the Straô Rieën is about to begin. Renesse is the starting point of this annual tradition. DuringStraô, beautifully decorated horses ride in a long procession to the beach, where they eventually enter the sea.
Plan your visit
Where can you park in Renesse? A spacious Park & Ride facility is located on the Roelandsweg in Renesse. Here, you can park free of charge all day, and there is also a charging station for electric vehicles. From the P+R, you can take a bus to travel further across Schouwen-Duiveland or hop on the Beachhub shuttle to the beach. The centre of Renesse is just a five-minute walk from the P+R. How does the Beachhub work? The Beachhub is a shuttle bus service. From mid-May to mid-October, it operates in Renesse, connecting the Park & Ride, campsites, and the beach. The service is completely free of charge. Check thewebsite for departure times.