Dating back to the 9th or possibly the late 8th century, the fortified town of Middelburg is one of the oldest towns in Holland and was originally established to withstand Viking attacks. The town is full of interesting architecture you can admire as you take a walking tour around Spaniaardstraat and Singelstraat. The very impressive Gothic Town Hall dominates the central market (Markt), and other architectural gems can be found in the Kuiperspoort area. For a change from architecture, you can visit the Zeeuws Museum and the Abbey Tower of Long John (for a birds-eye view of the town). Families can have fun at the Mini Mundi amusement park and the petting zoo at the Kinderboerderij de Klepperhoeve.

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