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Netherlands – 8

Breskens to Belgium Border – 31st July 2025

Well the last day for this trip has rolled around, a grey wet day. Rain in my face with a strong wind didn’t make it very pleasant and I think that I’m done with beaches for the moment.

The ferry that brought me to Breskens from Vlissingen.
Turning into the teeth of the wind at this point. The rain is coming horizontally into my eyes.
Not many beach goers today.
Somewhere open for a bit of a dry out, I hope.
Turns out not to be.
Jesus, these beach huts are something above the usual sheds.
The last mole approaches and the rain is really stinging.
Off the beach for a minute. A real Dutch canal for you.
Transcends any language barrier.
Belgium just across that stretch of water. Zwin, where I started Belgium some weeks ago.
South Holland and Zeeland conquered face.

Not sure I like six hours walking in the rain anymore. Bloody expensive raincoat leaks under my arms, which runs down my sides. Still, back to the hotel for a hot shower and I’ll feel better.
Some long treks on this one and some better planning re the hotel location needed – but we’ll see.