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Lin Nelen

Student at HZ University of Applied Sciences

Studying by the sea? Lin shows you why that's a great idea in Vlissingen. As a 19-year-old, born and raised in the Paauwenburg neighborhood, Lin knows the city like the back of her hand. From a run in the Nollebos to working out at Feel Fit Center, she knows exactly what the hotspots are to recharge and meet other students.

Sport
Activities
Nature
Parking
Going out

Lin's Favorite Places

St. James Cafe

Pubs

Coffee & lunchrooms

Restaurants

The Sint Jacobscafé in Vlissingen offers lunch, dinner, and drinks in a warm, atmospheric setting on the Oude Markt. Enjoy indoors or on the terrace.

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HZ University of Applied Sciences

Educational institutions

Central to the Kenniswerf is HZ University of Applied Sciences, the place where practice and theory come together, where students work on real solutions and where innovation is palpable, in every corridor of the building.

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’t Smoske

Take-away

Restaurants

’t Smoske in Vlissingen offers fresh, richly filled sandwiches, tasty lunch dishes and catering for businesses, always fresh and prepared with love.

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Feel Fit Center Middelburg-Vlissingen

Sport

Looking for a sporty activity during your stay in Vlissingen? Visit Feel Fit Center Middelburg-Vlissingen, the place for fitness and swimming fun.

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BLOOM Coffeebar

Take-away

Coffee & lunchrooms

BLOOM Coffeebar in Flushing offers fresh coffee, homemade lunch, smoothies and treats. Enjoy a relaxing moment in the heart of the city.

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The Bellamy Park

Entertainment

The Bellamypark is the beating heart of Vlissingen - a lively square where everything comes together: conviviality, culture and gastronomy.

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Nollebos

Nature

The Nollebos is a popular recreational and natural area on the outskirts of Vlissingen, located near the dunes and Nolle beach.

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Ambitious yet down-to-earth. For her, Vlissingen is the perfect student city: compact, affordable, and everything close by. Getting some fresh air on the Boulevard, grabbing a healthy take-away in the city center, or having a drink with fellow students without having to travel far.

Besides her studies, she works at the Feel Fit Center at the reception and in hospitality. With her tips, you'll discover how active, relaxed, and surprisingly versatile Vlissingen is.