In the Western Scheldt, the fresh water of the Scheldt river and the salt water of the North Sea come together. On the left bank of the Western Scheldt you will find the largest brackish water marsh in Europe, the 36 km2 Verdronken Land van Saeftinghe. The mudflats and salt marshes of this area attract many bird species. So be sure to bring binoculars to this area to see which species you spot.

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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën

February 2, 2023

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The drowned land of Saeftinghe, 36 km² brackish water marsh. It gives an image of the primeval land of Zeeland: life to the rhythm of the tide. The water of …

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Elevation 50 m

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Monday 9 February

11°C

3°C

76 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: Kapelle, Zeeland, Netherlands

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