Cadzand-Bad
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Fifteen beach clubs are spread along the beach of Cadzand-Bad, the most south-westerly seaside resort in the Netherlands. The border with Belgium lies just a stone's throw away. The village belongs to the municipality of Sluis and is an offshoot of Cadzand, which sits further inland.
- Beach clubs
- 14
- Avg. rating
- 4.3 / 5
Blue Flag beach 2026
What is the Blue Flag?
The beach is wide and slopes gently towards the sea. At low tide a long strip of wet sand is left behind, ideal for a quiet walk. The dunes behind it form part of the nature area that runs along the entire coast of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen.
Cadzand-Bad has changed considerably in recent years. Apartments, a marina and upmarket hospitality venues have appeared along the boulevard. That development explains the atmosphere visitors describe as luxurious and relaxed at the same time. Alongside the newer venues, you will still find beach clubs with a simpler character.
The range of food and drink runs from breakfast and brunch to lunch and dinner. Several beach clubs serve all day long, while others focus on the evening with a more extensive menu. The average rating of the beach clubs is around 4.3 out of 5, which points to a fairly consistent quality.
Cadzand-Bad is not connected to the rail network. The nearest station is Vlissingen. If you travel by public transport, you will need to change to the bus. Many visitors come by car, including from Belgium, which begins close by.
Other seaside resorts lie within a short distance. Breskens is about 7.4 kilometres away, with the ferry link to Vlissingen for pedestrians and cyclists. Dishoek and Vlissingen lie on the other side of the Westerschelde and are further away by road than the straight-line distance suggests.
The beach attracts families as well as couples and people looking for a quiet day. Thanks to the combination of wide beaches, a purpose-built marina and hospitality across different price ranges, the crowd is mixed. In high season it is busy, while the early and late season are considerably quieter.
For parking, there are options within walking distance of the beach, partly paid. You will find the exact rates and locations in the parking overview on this page.
Great for
The wide beach slopes gently towards the sea, so at low tide there is plenty of space to play. Several beach clubs are set up to be family-friendly and serve all day long, from breakfast to lunch. In high season it is busy, which families often find pleasant in its own way.
Dogs are welcome at several beach clubs in Cadzand-Bad. The municipality of Sluis applies fixed rules for the beach; you can read the exact zones and times further down in the beach information and on the signs on site.
Some of the beach clubs focus on the evening with a more extensive menu and a view of the sea. The atmosphere along the renewed boulevard is described as luxurious and romantic, well suited to a quiet dinner at sunset.
The offering ranges from brunch to lunch, at various venues spread along the beach. The price ranges vary, so there is a choice between a simple lunch and something more extensive.
Corporate outings are possible at several beach clubs in Cadzand-Bad. The combination of hospitality, marina and beach offers room for a day programme with food and activities by the sea.
When it rains or blows, the covered sections of the beach clubs offer shelter with a view of the sea. The newer venues along the boulevard have spacious indoor areas where you can eat even in poorer weather.
Season & atmosphere
In high season, from July to the end of August, Cadzand-Bad is busy. Many visitors come from Belgium and the Dutch interior, and the beach clubs and boulevard fill up.
The early and late season are quieter. In spring and early autumn the beach is pleasant to walk without the crowds of the summer months, and many venues remain open.
The marina and the renewed boulevard keep things lively outside summer too. Walkers and cyclists use the coast all year round, partly thanks to the link with the network of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen.
In winter the offering shrinks and not all beach clubs are open. If you visit during that period, it is wise to check in advance which venues are open. The beach itself remains accessible and, in strong winds, is popular with walkers.
Practical
If you come by car, you will find parking within walking distance of the beach, partly paid. Consult the parking overview on this page for the current rates and locations.
By public transport, Cadzand-Bad is less easy to reach. The nearest station is Vlissingen, followed by a bus connection. Allow for the connection times.
From Breskens, about 7.4 kilometres away, a ferry runs for pedestrians and cyclists to Vlissingen. That is a practical option if you are coming from the other side of the Westerschelde.
In high season, check in advance whether you can book a table at the beach clubs that focus on dinner; it is busy in July and August. Outside the season, it is worth checking which venues are open.
If you bring your dog, it is wise to read the signs at the dune crossings. The rules vary by zone and by period, and on parts of the nature beaches dogs are not welcome all year round.
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Beach rules & zones
The municipality of Sluis applies one general beach rule that also holds in Cadzand-Bad. According to the current municipal page, dogs off the lead are prohibited from 1 May to 1 September between 10.00 and 18.00. Outside that period and outside those hours, dogs are allowed off the lead.
On parts of the nature beaches there are zones where dogs are not welcome all year round, not even on the lead. These zones are marked with signs at the dune crossings. There is always a duty to clean up after your dog.
Please note: an older municipal decision mentions a different period, from 1 May to 1 October. If in doubt, check the signs on site or the municipal page of Sluis.
The beach of Cadzand-Bad is wide and slopes gently towards the sea. Behind the beach lie the dunes that form part of the nature area along the coast of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen. The renewed boulevard with marina forms the central part of the resort, with the beach clubs spread around it.
Horse riding on the beach
In the municipality of Sluis, horses are prohibited on the beach from 1 May to 1 September between 10.00 and 18.00. Outside that period and outside those hours, horse-riding is permitted. There is an obligation to clear up manure. (Note: a proposed change to 1 April-1 October had not yet been adopted at the time of compilation; please check the current rules.)
Parking
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Last updated: 23 June 2026