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Belgian Coast - Seaside Tourism

180 kilometers of fun to discover! From De Panne to Knokke-Heist, between sand castles and coastal villas, for starters and accomplished walkers, along paved and unpaved footpaths, you can cover it from all sides!

Anyone who is in Middelkerke on the last day of this year can enjoy a spectacular end-of-year fireworks display at midnight at the Casino on the beach. The new Middelkerke will also be given its final shape in the spring. In a little while you can go to digital Middelkerke in four languages. The extensive beach from Westende to Middelkerke has always been an enchanting and safe play paradise for small and big children. The animation on the walking dikes is also always dedicated to King Child. A stay in Middelkerke - Westende is unparalleled for every child.

The relaxation options in Middelkerke-Westende are richly varied and for everyone's budget. Atmospheric eateries, bars and bistros, top restaurants and hip discotheques all win the favor of partygoers. This seaside beach has everything for an unforgettable holiday. The ideal place for the active holiday guest. All sports disciplines are within reach here. The Mecca for top athletes and amateurs of a healthy, sporty and animated holiday cure: windsurf, triathlon, beach volley, fitness, diving club and swimming pool. International recitals, a varied cultural offer and a plethora of international stars adorn the well-filled casino program. There is always something to do in and around the Casino.

Travel along Zeelaan in Koksijde before arriving at Panoramalaan. Hoge Blekker is located at the end of this road and is a major attraction on the coast. This dune is 33 metres tall and is the highest dune along the entire coastline, which is why it was named ‘Hoge Blekker’. The dune served as a shiny beacon ('blekken' is local dialect for ‘shine’) to seamen who would spot the white tip of the dune from afar. Those who visit the dune for a picnic can choose to sit out of the wind at the bottom of the dune, or at the very top at any of the picnic benches. Enjoy the wide view from the top across nature reserve Doornpanne, and remember to bring shrimps for your picnic, the seafood Koksijde is famous for!

Provincial Nature Reserve ‘Het Zwin’ is a green piece of art located in Knokke-Heist! The reserve is of historic importance but is at the same time very contemporary: the immense sand plains that are flooded with sea water every day are truly impressive and timeless.

Also known under the regional products label ‘Purus’. All Flemish shrimp under this label are caught in the North Sea using environmentally sound fishing methods and are known for their quality, freshness and great taste with no additives.

The clear waters and white sand of the beautiful North Sea give these mussels their unique flavour. These Belgian mussels are farmed in special cages along the coast near Nieuwpoort. The oyster ponds of Spuikom in Ostend were reopened in 1996. Buy these flavoursome oysters locally or at fishmongers’ and restaurants. Local beers brewed in the Bruges Ommeland region or in the Westhoek region are the traditional beers of our coast. Some examples are Keyte, Roste Jeanne brewed in Nieuwpoort, Pier Kloeffe, and Wulps Blondje. Be tempted by our gastronomic heritage and our local dishes. Authentic products originating from the coastal regions and prepared according to traditional methods can be found everywhere.