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Ramparts of Retranchement – Retranchement Ramparts loop from Retranchement

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Netherlands

Zeeland

Sluis

Ramparts of Retranchement – Retranchement Ramparts loop from Retranchement

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4.6

(90)

417

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Ramparts of Retranchement – Retranchement Ramparts loop from Retranchement

01:13

4.81km

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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67 m

Retranchement Parking

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Free parking. Easy to discover Retranchement from here at a walking pace.
Also handy to start your bike ride here.
Tip: Make use of the walking or cycling junctions in Zeeland.

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The 'Hickman monument' in Retranchement (municipality of Sluis) was erected in memory of Sergeant J.L. Hickman and his fellow comrades who were killed in October 1944 during the assembly of the construction of a Bailey bridge.

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357 m

Ramparts of Retranchement

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The ramparts and canals are well preserved and now accommodate rare plants and animals. A large part of the ramparts is now crossed by a walking path. Enjoy the beautiful views of Retranchement and its wide surroundings.

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View From the Bridge Over the Retranchement Ramparts

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One of the most beautiful places you pass during the rampart route. A bridge ensures that you reach the terrain behind on dry feet.

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887 m

The Triplets of Retranchement (Border Post 364)

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Three border markers...
Retranchement is located on the border between the Netherlands and Belgium.
The Triplets of Retranchement are three border markers with the same number: 364. The middle of …

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1.75 km

Retranchement Ramparts

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The ramparts and canals have been well preserved and are now home to rare plants and animals. A walking path now leads over a large part of the ramparts.
Enjoy the beautiful views of the Retranchement and its surroundings.

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2.95 km

Fort Moat Viewpoint

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Take a seat here and enjoy the lower-lying moat.
Just be patient and you will be amazed at how much life will pass in your field of vision.
Each season has its own protagonists.
Enjoy your moment.

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3.82 km

Markt Retranchement

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The Markt is the most important place in this historic village.

The Retranchement fortress slowly grew into a real village that lost its military function in 1680. At the end …

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4.81 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.86 km

1.16 km

754 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.61 km

1.56 km

469 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 26 July

22°C

18°C

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Comments

May 19, 2025,🇳🇱 Schöner Weg – Wallen van Retranchement

A very beautiful hike, most of which follows the ramparts around the town. Walking on the ramparts is pleasant, with shells on the surface.

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July 9, 2022,Wallen van Retranchement – prachtig wandelpad Rondje vanuit Retranchement

Relaxing walk and in an equally quiet village near Sluis. Good for a quick stop if you're in the area.

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March 19, 2023,Runde auf dem Wall von Retranchement

Retranchement is a nice little place. All around is an old defense wall that you can walk on. From here you have a beautiful view of the countryside. The detour to the Zwinwater vantage point is ok, but you don't have to.

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March 17, 2023,🇳🇱 Wallenwandeling Retranchement

Wallenwalk Retranchement.

A small walk of great historical format for history buffs.

The village of Retranchement in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen is the most southwestern coastal village of the Netherlands. Whoever hears this name for the first time will undoubtedly wonder where it comes from. The name sounds French. That's right. It is a French term from fortification and means "bulwark".

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Ramparts of Retranchement – Retranchement Ramparts loop from Retranchement

Retranchement Parking

Hickman Bridge

Ramparts of Retranchement

View From the Bridge Over the Retranchement Ramparts

The Triplets of Retranchement (Border Post 364)

Retranchement Ramparts

Fort Moat Viewpoint

Markt Retranchement

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