Middelburg - Lange Jan

The octagonal tower - a rare feature in the Netherlands - popularly known as Lange Jan, originally dating from the 14th century but several times burned down (most recently in 1940), is the great landmark and emblem of Middelburg. A staircase of 207 steps leads up to the top (91m/299ft), which carries a large imperial crown in honor of Count (King) William II. From the top of the tower there are extensive views over the whole of Walcheren and much of the Deltawerken.