Vlissingen is a maritime city at the mouth of the Westerschelde river and the entrance to the Noordzee. The municipality of Vlissingen streches out to the villages Oost-Souburg and Rittem. The character and attraction of Vlissingen is due to its place at the sea side. Vlissingen is a lively beach- and tourists resort, with its unique boulevards and beautiful beaches. The atmosphere in Vlissingen is also influenced by ship movement on the river and the work of the pilots on the straits near the boulevards, the action in the port the excistance of shipyards and towing companies, private yachts, the constant interaction of wind, water and clouds. All this places a salty image on Vlissingen. The saltyness each visitor tastes at the end of the day in Vlissingen is the proof of its maritime character. Taste it yourself!