The “Tuin van Zeeland” (Garden of Zeeland) is a foundation actively dedicated to the preservation, development, and expansion of the natural beauty and green, rural character of the Walcheren region. Its core mission involves safeguarding Walcheren’s landscape, focusing specifically on maintaining and expanding its trees, hedges, and other vegetation, while also considering cultural history, ecological aspects, and sustainable tourism.
The foundation monitors local green management and policies, regularly lodging objections against tree felling or proposed developments that threaten the integrity of the landscape. It also aims to raise public awareness and appreciation for Walcheren’s natural environment among residents, tourists, and other organizations through research, publications, and lectures. Historically, the Walcheren region earned its nickname “The Garden of Zeeland” due to its abundant greenery, including the profuse blooming of hawthorn and cow parsley.
It should be noted that the “Tuin van Zeeland” is a conservation and advocacy organization, not a self-picking farm or garden, and therefore does not offer any produce for visitors to self-pick.