Historisch Sluizencomplex Benedensas

Benedensas is located at the mouth of the Steenbergsche Vliet river. The lock complex is among the most extraordinary monumental waterworks in our country. It seems as if time has stood still here.
The old robust lock gates and the friendly lock keeper's houses offer a beautiful view of the Volkerak and the nature reserves Slikken van de Heen and Dintelse Gorzen outside the dikes. The Slikken van de Heen on the Brabant side is not accessible to visitors. However, the Dintelse Gorzen can be visited by hikers. Natuurmonumenten has set out a walking route here that allows you to experience this beautiful and unique nature up close.
Next to the lock is an old bunker from the Second World War. This was built by the Germans at the time as part of the so-called 'Atlantikwall' and served as a defence against possible attacks from today's Volkerak. Today, it houses the Information Centre for the West Brabant Waterline.

Natuurpoort Benedensas is the starting point for a beautiful walk, canoe, boat or bike ride through the watery edge of the Brabantse Wal. Stroll along paths through bird paradise the Dintelse Gorzen or experience the serene peace of the Steenbergsche Vliet by canoe. There is also plenty to discover at Benedensas itself. Take a tour of the historic lock complex, learn about the history of the area in the bunker or enjoy a lunch of local produce at restaurant Beneden Sas.