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Zeeland scow Elisabeth
At the beginning of the last century dozens of scows sailed the Zeeland waters. This simple boat was typical of Zeeland. Only three scows have been preserved to this day. One of them is the Elisabeth or Betje.
The Elisabeth was built in 1907 and as a sail ferry carried up to 1,930 people between Veere and Kamperland. When from that year on the Provinciale Stoomboot Diensten deployed motorised ferries, Betje moved to Philippine. There it was used up until the 50s for mussel fishing. Subsequently the sailboat was converted into a yacht. Late autumn 2006 the restauration of one of the last Zeeland scows will be finished. Untill then you can visit the ship at the Oosterschelde yard in Goes.
The Oosterschelde yard specialises in restoring old boats. During a visit you will be able to discover other maritime gems. The yard is located a stone's throw away from the Goes museum port.
Practical: You can view the restoration of the Elisabeth at the Oosterschelde yard (Houtkade 7) in Goes from Monday to Thursday. Advance notice is required. Groups may combine a tour
with a visit to the Goes Museum port. Free admission.
Information: Stichting Zeeuwse Schouw, Lauran Rijk, Westsingel 90, 4461 DN Goes,
E-mail: ljoprijk@zeelandnet.nl