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# Storm surge barrier / Neeltje Jans

[Nederlands](https://toxopeus.ctxr.app/data/place/stormvloedkering.md) • [English](https://toxopeus.ctxr.app/en/data/place/stormvloedkering.md) • [Deutsch](https://toxopeus.ctxr.app/de/data/place/stormvloedkering.md)

The Oosterschelde storm surge barrier is one of the best-known parts of the Delta Works: a barrier between Schouwen-Duiveland and Noord-Beveland. In the middle lies the artificial work island Neeltje Jans, built for the construction of the barrier and now connected to it. The island has a nature reserve and Deltapark Neeltje Jans, with attractions and exhibitions about the Delta Works.

![Cycle path along the Oosterschelde storm surge barrier](/assets/images/natuur-stormvloedkering-fietspad.webp)

## What to do

- Cycle or walk with views over the Oosterschelde and the North Sea.
- Look for seals and birds on the sandbanks and around the work island.
- Have a snack with a view at snack bar Jansje (Bij Jans aan Zee), in the middle of the barrier.
- Visit Deltapark Neeltje Jans to learn more about the Delta Works.

## Practical

- It can be very windy here, even on sunny days: bring a jacket.
- The location on the map is approximate.