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Tholen [1] is a city on the island Tholen, in the east of the province Zealand. It is located on the west side of the Scheldt-Rhine Canal, which forms the border with the province North Brabant. For historical reasons, Tholen is not called a village but a city: in the 14th century Tholen acquired city rights.
Arrive
By bus
By train
Not possible
By boat
It is possible to take the ferry from Yerseke, which moors near Gorishoek.
By car
On the north side of the built-up area, across the Scheldt-Rhine Canal, lies the Tholense bridge, a white arch bridge. Over this bridge lies the provincial road N286. This road is the main access to the island of Tholen.
Travel around
To look at
Tourists can visit the historic city center and visit the Oosterschelde and the Zoommeer. The recreation area 'de Speelmansplaten' is located on the Oesterdam, from where, among other things, various water sports can be practiced. Diving is also regularly practiced at the Oesterdam. The Oosterschelde and the Zoommeer are very rich in birdlife.
Also the historic center and the bushy, hilly surroundings of Bergen op Zoom are tourist destinations in the vicinity of Tholen.
- The Van Dam organ (1832) in the Grote Kerk, which has a tower of almost 50 meters high and is built in Gothic style.
- Another striking building is the former town hall from the 15th century, which was designed by the famous Keldermans family of architects. The oldest carillon bell in the Netherlands, also from the 15th century, hangs in this town hall.
- The townscape is further determined by the De Hoop windmill, which was built on one of the ramparts.
- Another historic building is the rebuilt Gasthuiskapel.
- On the Markt is a Roman Catholic church from the early 20th century.
To do
To buy
Food
Going out
stay overnight
In addition to the usual hotels, there are no fewer than 4 campsites. A great place for camping.
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