Cornelia Quackshofje (Zeemanserve) - Monument

The Zeemanserve is the popular name of the Cornelia Quackshofje, an almshouse courtyard from 1643 in the centre of Vlissingen. It was built for poor widows of sailors and fishermen.

What can you expect at the Zeemanserve?

• History: The city built the courtyard with money from Cornelia Quack, a widow from The Hague. It stands on a zelk, a mound of waste from salt making, which gave the street Korte Zelke its name.
• The courtyard: Originally 23 tiny houses stood around a shared bleaching green, each with a hearth and box bed below and a sleeping loft above. They were later merged into 13 homes.
• Today: Since 1786 it has been owned by the Zeemans- en Visschersbeurs. After a renovation completed in 1980, people still live here. The courtyard is a protected monument.

Practical information

• Visit: The inner courtyard is an oasis of calm. People live here, so please be quiet and respectful. It sometimes takes part in Heritage Open Day.
• Access: The courtyard lies between the Spuistraat and the Walstraat.
• Surroundings: Within walking distance are the Sint-Jacobskerk, the Bellamypark and the MuZEEum.

The Zeemanserve reveals a quiet and special piece of Vlissingen history.

Furthermore Cornelia Quackshofje (Zeemanserve) is near the following sights: Guided City Walk through Vlissingen (±125 m), Reptile Zoo Iguana (±225 m), Pathé Vlissingen (±300 m), Maritime MuZEEum Zeeland (±350 m) & Marina Vlissingen (±400 m).

For information

Korte Zelke, Vlissingen