Zeelopers & Landvaarders
Welcome to Lelystad
A city arose at the bottom of the wild Zuiderzee: Lelystad. Very young, but with a wealth of history. So up for grabs. Navigate this new world 4.8 meters below sea level. Walk, cycle, step, canoe or sup through young nature. Breathtaking views and not to forget: Land art. World-famous creatives left their signatures. Play with the wind, come face to face with the mighty wisents. Jump over ditches and learn about dikes and locks. Immerse yourself in the unique culture of Lelystad. The city of the Zeelopers and Landvaarders. Walk across the sea, sail across land. Join us on this unforgettable adventure. See it. Feel it.
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Shopping and lunch
Batavia Stad Fashion Outlet
Discover the unique shopping experience at Batavia Stad Fashion Outlet. Here are over 250 local & international brands with discounts from 30% to 70%. Here you will find the latest trends in fashion, but also in jewelry and kitchenware. You can relax in our restaurant La Place where you can enjoy a Zeelopers and Landvaarders lunch, consisting of a Foccacia Tuna salad with a green smoothie.
Unforgettable sailing experience
Sailing ship Bounty
Go on a journey of discovery with a late 19th century replica sailing ship and experience traditional sailing in the Dutch glory way as we have done for centuries. Set course where the wind takes us on open water and enjoy a wonderful day of relaxation in a Golden Age jacket with all the luxury and comfort of the 21st century. This intimate experience is the most beautiful combination of a day out for everyone.
Hotel rooms
Hajé the Cormorant
Experience the nature of Lelystad on the water by spending the night on our hotel barges at De Aalscholver. On this barge you literally sleep on the water and wake up with a beautiful view of the Oostvaardersplassen. The rooms themselves are fully equipped, yet have an idyllic and cozy character. Would you rather spend the night in a more spacious room? No problem! At this location they also have four beautiful water lodges, two of which have a balcony.
Evening walk
Walking in Flevoland
Imagine yourself as a real Zeeloper! Walking in Flevoland organizes a summer evening walk from camping Buytenplaats Suydersee on Thursday evenings from May to August. Cross the bottom of the sea on foot and discover the beautiful story of Flevoland. These expeditions are also ideal to undertake with a group of family, friends or colleagues.
Rib and dinner
Rib Experience
Come and explore the Markermeer from the Rib van Lelystad Rib Experience. An exciting day (part) at high speed over the water. Visit different ports and destinations and discover how the seafarers of old sailed the waters. Then come back to Club Port Side at the end of the day for a light refreshment or dinner.
Special overnight stay in a boat
Buytenplaets Suydersee
Come spend the night in a boat like a real Landvaarder! Buytenplaets Suydersee is a small-scale campsite where you can take a break from the daily hectic pace. The special accommodation locations are all beautifully integrated into the natural environment. You can't think of it so crazy; a sewer pipe, a tree house, a sea container… and thus the new boat. It stands, lies or hangs all there!
Private dining
Royce Delicacy & Private Dining
During a special theme evening Zeelopers & Landvaarders at Royce you can enjoy amuse-bouches and a five-course dinner, which tastefully brings together the combination of land and sea. In the atmospheric shop you can enjoy all the special things the chef presents by candlelight. Time and again Royce succeeds with commitment and creativity to make it an unforgettable evening!
Educational boat trip
New Land Experience
Join the Nieuw Land Experience and discover the Oostvaardersplassen and the Nieuw Land National Park on land, at sea and virtually by air! During the cruise, the education guide on board takes you along in the story of Zeelopers & Landvaarders. In the captains room you can visit the exhibition about New Land on the seabed for free. Historical books and documents about the reclamation of the Zuiderzee are available for inspection here. The cruise ends spectacularly with the passage through the Noordersluis with a drop of no less than 6 metres.
Hotel rooms
Hajé de Spooner
The water lodge and hotel rooms offer a unique location for nature lovers, business guests, people passing through and families with children. The lodge has four spacious rooms, two of which have a veranda. These have a surprising view over the beautiful nature reserve with forest and water. The 14 compact hotel rooms above the restaurant all have air conditioning. For an extra special stay, De Lepelaar also has a luxury suite and a spacious apartment.
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