Nieuwerkerke ’t Schutje
Tucked away in the open landscape of Schouwen-Duiveland lies the small hamlet of Nieuwerkerke ’t Schutje, located along the Heuvelsweg between the Dillingsdijk and Kerkwerve. With just a handful of houses and farms, this spot radiates the calm of the countryside.
The name refers to the nearby Nieuwerkerke, a vanished village with a rich medieval history. What remains is this quiet hamlet, still echoing the atmosphere of the past. Surrounded by wide fields, old dike structures and winding rural roads, it’s a true Zeeland haven of peace.
A well-known address in the area is Vleesboerderij Boot, where you can buy locally produced meat straight from the land. This farm supports the region’s agricultural identity and is a fine example of sustainable, small-scale farming.
Nieuwerkerke ’t…
Tucked away in the open landscape of Schouwen-Duiveland lies the small hamlet of Nieuwerkerke ’t Schutje, located along the Heuvelsweg between the Dillingsdijk and Kerkwerve. With just a handful of houses and farms, this spot radiates the calm of the countryside.
The name refers to the nearby Nieuwerkerke, a vanished village with a rich medieval history. What remains is this quiet hamlet, still echoing the atmosphere of the past. Surrounded by wide fields, old dike structures and winding rural roads, it’s a true Zeeland haven of peace.
A well-known address in the area is Vleesboerderij Boot, where you can buy locally produced meat straight from the land. This farm supports the region’s agricultural identity and is a fine example of sustainable, small-scale farming.
Nieuwerkerke ’t Schutje is not a tourist hotspot, and that’s exactly what makes it special. Cyclists and hikers who take the quiet backroads of Schouwen-Duiveland pass by without haste – and discover a piece of Zeeland that still feels untouched. A place where time slows down, where you pause, and where the island reveals its true character.
