Tulpenvelden Goeree-Overflakkee
The tulip fields can be found in several places on the island. You can enjoy all that colour from a distance from the dyke or road. Most people keep their distance. Unfortunately, it happens more and more often that people do walk through the field to take that one special photo or selfie. Or to pick a few tulips. Don't do this! It damages the tulips and bulbs beyond repair. And the bulb growers experience not only inconvenience, but also unnecessary damage and loss of income. The message is therefore 'Enjoy the tulips, but keep your distance and respect the crop'.
Key sector
The Netherlands is an important supplier of...
The tulip fields can be found in several places on the island. You can enjoy all that colour from a distance from the dyke or road. Most people keep their distance. Unfortunately, it happens more and more often that people do walk through the field to take that one special photo or selfie. Or to pick a few tulips. Don't do this! It damages the tulips and bulbs beyond repair. And the bulb growers experience not only inconvenience, but also unnecessary damage and loss of income. The message is therefore 'Enjoy the tulips, but keep your distance and respect the crop'.
Key sector
The Netherlands is a major supplier of tulips and tulip bulbs, over 90% of all tulips sold worldwide come from the Netherlands. Tulip bulb cultivation is also an important sector on Goeree-Overflakkee, with the island supplying 7% of all Dutch tulip bulbs. The soil on the island is very suitable for growing the colourful flowers. Tulip bulbs are usually planted in October and November. The flowering period runs from March to April.
Tulip walk
A great way to enjoy the tulips is the annual Tulip Walk. This year, it will take place on 12 April.
Would you like more information about the tulips on Goeree-Overflakkee? Contact the VVV Inspiration Point in Ouddorp on 0187 681 789