For several centuries, the village of Walraversjide (also called Raversyde) thrived through fishing and farming. Largely abandoned due to conflicts in the 16th century, it was not rediscovered until 1992. Since then, it has been meticulously studied and partially reconstructed, complete with medieval buildings and a history museum. According to archaeological evidence, the site had been active since Roman times, but the village is believed to have originated in the early 1200s. The villagers made a living by fishing and trading salted fish, as well as occasionally engaging in piracy….
