Renesse is a village located in the Dutch province of Zeeland within the Netherlands. It forms part of the municipality of Schouwen-Duiveland and is situated approximately twenty-eight kilometers west of Hellevoetsluis. The settlement lies near the dunes, positioning it as a coastal community within this specific region of the country.

The village was first documented in 1244 under the name Rietnesse, a term combining headland and reed. In 1229, Floris V, Count of Holland, donated the land to Costijn van Zierikzee, who constructed a castle nearby. Moermond Castle was built that same year but was destroyed in 1297. A smaller replacement was erected before 1339, with its gate house converted into a summer residence in 1513, forming the basis of the current structure damaged in the 1953 flood and restored between 1958 and 1960.

Renesse is characterized as a circular church village near the dunes. The Dutch Reformed church features a single aisle and a tower from the early fifteenth century that was never completed. The choir was rebuilt in 1916, revealing remnants of a predecessor from around 1300. A school attached to the church in 1924 was demolished in 1976. The area also includes the gate house of the castle, which stands as a significant historical landmark.

The village has developed into a popular tourist resort following World War II, attracting visitors with many holiday homes and hotels. It offers zero-fare bus services in the area during the summer months only. This infrastructure supports its status as a key destination for tourism, providing accessible transport options for guests visiting the coastal region during the warmer season.

In 1840, Renesse was home to four hundred and seventy people. It remained a separate municipality until 1961, when it merged with Westerschouwen, before becoming part of Schouwen-Duiveland in 1997. The local economy is heavily influenced by tourism, supported by the development of accommodation facilities. The village maintains its historical identity while serving modern visitor needs through its administrative integration and seasonal transport services.