36 Krekenroute
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Last edit: 07-08-2025
Route Summary End point: Esso de Linie IJzendijke
This three-star route offers a unique blend of winding polder roads, historic border villages, and tranquil creek landscapes. The interplay between Zeelandic Flanders and the Flemish Meetjesland region makes it a surprising discovery tour full of charm and history.
As the name suggests, a tour through Zeeland.
This is the 36th in a series of 43 Endangered ANWB routes. These were published in Promotors between April 2015 and September 2016.
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Duration
2h 54m
Mode of travel
Car or motorcycle
Distance
110.89 km
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RouteXpert Review Via Biervliet, once famous for herring and salt, you turn towards Terneuzen, where the Western Scheldt shimmers in the distance. You'll sail past locks, harbors, and dikes with expansive views. Then you'll cross the border to Sas van Gent, where the history of water management and industry is palpable. After a break at the De Kring café in Assenede, you'll continue through the undulating Meetjesland region and discover the charming town of Eeklo. The road finally leads you back to the Netherlands via Sint-Laureins, where the creeks meander through the landscape like blue veins.
A few hours later, you'll arrive back at the Esso de Linie in IJzendijke. You've tasted both Zeeland and Flanders, literally and figuratively. This trip is highly recommended for those who love tranquil polders, history, and surprising stops. Perfect for a full day of action-packed sailing.
Suggested breaks, information, fuel and viewpoints included in the route
• TSP – Tour Start Point; Esso IJzendijke - 24/7 gas station with coffee corner, sandwich shop, toilets and ample parking.
• TIP – Tour Info Point; Biervliet - Old fishing and salt town with medieval history and rural charm.
• TIP – Tour Info Point; Terneuzen - Large Zeeland city on the Western Scheldt with harbour, locks and maritime character.
• TFP – Tour Photo Point; Zwartenhoek Sea Lock - 19th-century lock and national monument, silent witness to the battle against the water.
• TIP – Tour Info Point; Sas van Gent - Canal town with an industrial past and an interesting museum about local industry.
• TPP – Tour Pauze Punt; De Kring - Cozy cafe and local club center in Assenede, ideal for lunch or coffee.
• TIP – Tour Info Point; Eeklo - City with legendary folklore, impressive town hall and gateway to the Meetjesland.
• TEP – Tour End Point; Esso de Linie IJzendijke - Back at the starting point with the same facilities for refueling, coffee or a final drink.
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