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History

Colijnsplaat, located in the Dutch province of Zeeland on the northern side of Noord-Beveland, has a rich history shaped by its relationship with the sea. The village takes its name from Jan Colijn, an influential 15th-century nobleman who played a significant role in the early development of the region. Colijnsplaat is situated near the Eastern Scheldt (Oosterschelde), which has defined its historical importance as a fishing hub and its vulnerability to the forces of nature.

Historically, the area was part of the larger medieval struggle against the sea. The land that is now Noord-Beveland was reclaimed through dike construction during the Middle Ages, but devastating floods in the 16th century destroyed much of the reclaimed land. For decades, the area lay submerged until new dikes were constructed in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, leading to the formation of new polders and the re-establishment of settlements like Colijnsplaat.