Groot-Valkenisse

hike | 2022-04-13

Groot Valkenisse is a beautiful hamlet in the Dutch province of Zeeland, between Zoutelande and Klein Valkenisse. It was formed from two centres called Valkenisse, Groot being larger than Klein. The dunes in Groot Valkenisse are the highest point in Zeeland, with the highest dune top being 54 metres high – making it the second highest dune in the Netherlands. Having walked around, I can confirm that it is a breathtaking place for visitors to explore and appreciate the beauty of nature.

Long coastline and lots of people
High point next to the trail at the top of the dunes

I had a great time exploring the dune on this sunny day. Despite the crowds of people and cars in the parking lot, I was able to find my way up to the highest peak of the dune. With GPS as a guide, I made it to the NW peak which i found two meters higher than the SE summit.

Wide sandy beach
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Groot-Valkenisse54 m altitude
54 m prominence
56.42 km isolation
RangesNorthwest Europe - North France-West Rhine Area
Countries/regions</br>Netherlands - Zeeland
Distance1.70 km up1.10 km down
Elevation54 m gain54 m loss
Time
0h30 up
0h05 other
0h20 down
0h55 total
Trailhead1 m altitude51.4923330, 3.5063330
Route<p>Wide park track from the car park to the top of the dune and along the ridge. On the way back we took another track and did a loop.</p>
Difficulties<p>Identifying the peak</p>
LinksGPX trail