Ooltgensplaat

Ooltgensplaat is a village located in the municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee on the island of Goeree-Overflakkee in the province of South Holland, Netherlands. The village is situated on the eastern tip of the island, bordering the Volkerak. Historically, Ooltgensplaat was a separate municipality until it merged with other municipalities on the island in 1966 to form the larger municipality of Goedereede. In 2013, Goedereede merged with Oostflakkee, Middelharnis, and Dirksland to form the current municipality of Goeree-Overflakkee.

The village's name is derived from the "Oudland" or "Oude Land" (old land) and "plaat," referring to a flat area or shoal. Ooltgensplaat has a rural character, with agriculture and fishing historically playing significant roles in its economy. Today, tourism also contributes to the local economy, with visitors drawn to the natural surroundings and water recreation opportunities in the Volkerak. The village has a few notable buildings, including a church and some older farmhouses. Its location provides access to the Delta Works, a massive series of water-defense systems designed to protect the Netherlands from flooding.