Westende, a source of inspiration
Westende is a place of tranquillity, unspoilt nature and dunes, beautiful sandy beaches and a bubbling North Sea. Its central location makes it the perfect base to experience the coast and hinterland with all its riches up close and discover what makes the coast so special.
From Westbay numerous walking, cycling and mountain biking routes start, where you can discover the beautiful dunes of Westende, Nieuwpoort and Middelkerke. On holiday with the family and children? In addition to the beach, there is also a nice selection of indoor play facilities; from miniature golf to karting, from amusement parks to play villages!
In short, the ideal base for a fun beach holiday with friends and family.
Because you're never bored in Westende...
Coastal histories
The museum 'Kusthistories' is highly recommended. You step into the history of coastal tourism on the Belgian coast. Today, holidays on the coast are commonplace. It was different once. Old swimwear, souvenirs, an old tram, 'bum carts', unique films, beautiful…
Aquatics centre De Kwinte
VVW Westende disposes of 2 club houses, club 'De Kwinte' on the Sint-Laureinsstrand in Westende and club 'Koko Loco' on the spaarbekken in Nieuwpoort. This allows VVW Westende to offer a wide range of possible sports and camps, with a…
Warande Tower
With its long curved blades, referring to the typical marram grass, the Warande Tower is a striking and slender appearance. From the base (7 meters) you get a nice view of the Warande Dunes, a very valuable nature reserve with…
The dunes of Saint Laurent
The Sint-Laureinsduinen are a little more than 45 hectares and are situated between the centre of Westende-Bad and the military domain of Kwartier Lombardsijde. Many will remember the dunes from the former campsites Cosmos and Crystal Palace, two sub-areas that…
Top fit
Top Fit offers children hours of fun while parents enjoy a drink overlooking the indoor playground. There is also the possibility to organize fun and unforgettable children's parties! Address:Sea Shopping Centre Middelkerke Biezenstraat 228430 Middelkerke
Geocaching
Geocaching in Middelkerke Geocaching is fun for young and old. You can do it alone or together with the family. Tested and approved! The athletic department is upside down about it. Put on your hiking boots or take your bike…
The Kegel X-treme
The Kegel X-treme offers a lot of fun attractions such as: bowlingindoor miniature golfE-karting formulalaser shootingSpace Station Tiberiaaltitude course http://www.bowlingdekegel.be/
The Christal Ship
Beloved arts festival The Crystal Ship pops its colour back onto Ostend's facades this summer. Throughout the summer international stars set foot in Ostend to share their impressive murals with the general public. It promises to be a true Summer…
Ensor walk
To discover the close bond between James Ensor and Ostend not only between the walls of (two particularly impressive) museums, there is also an interactive walking app that starts at the James Ensor House and takes you along the artist's…
Maritime stroll
Ostend is full of unique events for young and old. The development of the city is proceeding at a furious pace. But the maritime character remains proudly intact. Step along the most remarkable spots of the fishing culture, the vibrant…
Marvin Gaye Midnight Love Tour
Marvin Gaye arrived in Ostend by boat on a cold winter morning in 1981. The penniless, cocaine-addicted singer has fled the US. This is the beginning of a fascinating story about Ostend, Marvin Gaye and how they influenced each other.…
Fort Napoleon
Fort Napoleon was the setting for hundreds of years of history. The French were afraid to wait for the English, German soldiers used the impenetrable pentagon as a buffer against the Allies and Ostend rascals made their first love there.…
