Vacation Rentals in Breskens

The former fishing village of Breskens is today a popular holiday destination for beach holidaymakers and friends of the beautiful landscape. Because many holiday accommodations are not far from the long sandy beach, which invites you to swim and take a walk. Those who spend their holidays in Breskens in a holiday house or a apartment will therefore never have it far to the sea. Most apartments have a balcony or terrace with a view of the sea. If you book a vacation rental in this seaside resort, you can also get a house with garden and barbecue outside close to the beach.

What could be more beautiful than long walks with your four-legged friend. The advantage of a vacation rental in Breskens is that most landlords allow you to take a dog with you. However, you must clarify in advance whether you are allowed to take your dog into the apartment. A small surcharge for the additional resident is often required.

Bresken, also called Bresjes by the local population, is the northernmost part of Luis in Zeeuws Vlaanderen. The village is located at the mouth of the Schelde directly at the North Sea and offers some beautiful beaches. The approximately 4,800 inhabitants are often called Bressiaonders.

If you don't have your own car, the best way to reach your vacation rental in Breskens is via Vlissingen with the Veolia Transport Fast Ferries. However, these ferries only transport pedestrians, cyclists and moped riders regularly from Breskens to Vlissingen. The car ferry was stopped after the construction of the Westerschelde tunnel.

Cyclists will have their true joy in Breskens. Along the coast to Cadzand there is an attractive cycle path waiting for you for extensive explorations. The coastal panoramic road, which runs south along the dike, also offers extremely scenic views. From here you have a boundless fantastic lake view.

Bresken is highly recommended for dog owners who want to go for long walks by the sea with their four-legged friends. In Bresken dogs are allowed on the beach and do not have to be kept on a leash. The only exception are the months May to September, when dogs must be kept on a leash between 10 am and 6 pm.

The lighthouse Nieuwe Sluis was planned and built by the architect Quirinus Harder in the 19th century. The octagonal structure runs over five floors and is 28.4 metres high. You can find the black and white painted tower at the bank wall at the entrance of the Westerschelde.

In the Netherlands there are some windmills to visit, many of which are in the vicinity of Breskens. If you want to visit a windmill not far from your holiday home, you do not have to leave the village. Just take a look at the local windmill, the Molen van Risseeuw, on Oude Rijksweg.

At the marina of Breskens you will find the fishing museum, which tells about the way of life and the economy of the former inhabitants of the region. This museum shows large and small how fishing boats and ships were operated and navigated in former times and how the work as fishermen looked like in former times.

If you spend your holidays in Breskens in August, don't miss the days of fishing festivals, which are the highlight of the year for tourists and locals alike. In addition to a large street market, two fairs and many bands and street artists, there are also some attractions for children. The two-day fishing festival always takes place in the middle of August.

If you not only want to relax during your holiday, but also be creative, you will find an incredibly large creative programme in Breskens. Because in the holiday and bathing resort photo courses, painting seminars, pottery workshops, cooking courses and other creative seminars take place regularly. However, since the demand for such courses is very high, you should book the desired seminar before your arrival.

What was the average price for a vacation rental in Breskens last year?

Our data shows that Breskens had an average price of $188 per night, a relatively high one compared to the cities in The Netherlands.

During which months can you find the best price for vacation rentals in Breskens?

After analyzing our data from last year, the months that allow you to save the most in Breskens are February, November and March, with average prices of $157, $158, and $169, respectively.

In which months is it more expensive to rent a vacation rental in Breskens?

Last year, the month that showed the highest annual average prices in Breskens was August, with an average price of $235 per night. This was followed by July, with an average of $229, and then May, with $204.

Should I plan a trip to Breskens well in advance?

It is better to book your stay well in advance when visiting Breskens, as only 19% of our properties are usually available throughout the year.

What are the best months for a last-minute getaway?

Last year, the months with the largest number of available properties of the year in Breskens were April, March and November, with average availabilities of 43%, 30%, and 30%, respectively.

During which months is it more difficult to find available vacation rentals?

The months with the lowest properties available in Breskens are, in order, August, September, and July with respective average availability figures of 4%, 8%, and 10%, based on the previous year. During this period, the availability is very low (7%). It is therefore preferable to reserve early.

How many vacation rentals does Holidu have in Breskens?

Holidu offers around 140 accommodations in Breskens from 14 different partners, so find the perfect type of accommodation you are looking for. You can count on us!