Hoek combines local history with walking routes through the village centre and the polder landscape. Its name itself refers to its location at the junction of three dikes: Molendijk, Langestraat and Noordstraat, known locally as “Noorddiek”. There are two clear areas to focus on when planning your trip: historical sights in the village, and routes, nature and family activities in the surrounding area. This lets you decide whether to choose Hoek primarily for its history or include additional activities.

Church and Windlust: history at Molenplein

In 1608, a new church was built at Den Hoeck, where three roads met. Hoek’s church was rebuilt and reopened on 11 December 2016. It stands very close to Windlust, a grain mill dating from 1857 on Molenplein. The mill is round, built of brick and fitted with a gallery. Here, the history of the church meets a well-described type of mill.

Windlust is temporarily out of operation until its sails’ shafts are replaced. If the mill is relevant to your trip, check the municipal notice about its operating status beforehand. Molenplein is also where the Hoekse Feesten are held each year. The 2026 edition has already taken place; if you would like to plan a visit around a later edition, check its date.

Walks between the village centre and the polder landscape

The Ommetje Hoek route passes through the village centre and a varied polder landscape, as well as the historic Mauritsfort. South of Hoek, the hamlet of Mauritsfort still has remnants of fortifications from the Eighty Years’ War. The route and the historic remains offer different perspectives on the area: the village centre gives way to open countryside, while Mauritsfort recalls its earlier military history.

As part of the Ommetje Hoek route and the Hulst–Terneuzen walking network, a wooden footbridge was built opposite the Vremdieke care centre. It opened on 28 October 2012. Another place to go for a walk is the area around the Voorste Kreek, where a circular route offers lovely views of the creek. The Voorste Kreek was formed in 1542, when a branch of the Braakman came to lie inland of the dike during the reclamation of the Lovenpolder. This makes the landscape and its origins interesting topics to explore during your stay.

Activities in the surrounding area

Nearby, Speelbos Braakman offers a natural play area with climbing, den-building and water games. The Kabouterpad Braakman-Noord is a family trail about 1,500 metres long. It includes a story, activities for children and a surprise at the end. The two attractions offer different experiences: Speelbos focuses on play in a natural setting, while the Kabouterpad centres on the story and activities along the trail.

Nearby, Braakmanboerderij is a starting point for visiting the Braakman nature area. It also offers an information centre and various excursions. At De Hoekse Vliegers, you can sign up for a kite-flying weekend or another activity. On its site near Hoek, the organisation has its own winch for delta hang gliders. Activities in the area range from nature and child-friendly trails to organised hang-gliding activities.

Choose Hoek based on the activities you would like to combine during your stay.

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