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It’s Sunday at sea!
What draws people to the sea again and again? What do they hope to find or feel there? The allure is timeless. Artists try to capture that feeling – their own longing, but that of others too. Ostend expanded to become the ‘Queen of Seaside Resorts’ in the 19th century and is still the place…
I, Léon Spilliaert
The renowned Ostend artist Léon Spilliaert is known for his enigmatic works. But what if you could step into his world yourself? In Ostend, an innovative installation offers you that chance: a unique experience where you can see the city and art through Spilliaert's eyes.
Audio guide International Photobiennial Ostend
Experience the International Photo Biennale at your own pace with the audio guide and gain access to exclusive audio stories about the exhibited works and participating photographers. Discover more than thirty (inter)national artists across surprising locations in Ostend: from the iconic Fort…
Provincial domain Atlantikwall Raversyde
The Provincial Domain Atlantikwall Raversyde is a unique natural area located close to the sea. A diverse landscape invites visitors to a lovely walk. Raversijde is also a home to a rescue centre for birds and wild animals (VOC). Go On Time Travel (+6) in the provincial domain Atlantikwall…
KAAP | Oostende
IN 2010 Vrijstaat O. became a new centre for the arts, and the only coastal one. On 1 January 2017 the De Werf and Vrijstaat O. centres joined forces to become a single new centre for the arts: KAAP. This centre distinguishes itself through its focus on unique formulas based on Ostend's specific…
Boat Charters Oostende
Boat Charters guarantees an unforgettable experience on a nearly 18-meter sailing yacht where you can take the helm yourself. Whether it's sailing trips or sea-based incentives from Ostend, we ensure a day to remember. Options are available for half or full days, as well as weekends and midweek. …
Kursaal Oostende
The building dominates the view at the Albert I promenade. The Casino, a design by Leon Stynen (1953) stands on the spot where in 1875 the first casino already stood. The latter was destroyed during WWII. After the war it would still be eight years before the current building was erected. This…
Venetian Galleries
In 1900, Belgian King Leopold II commissioned architect Henri Maquet to design the first royal gallery: an L-shaped, closed and covered walkway between the royal villa and a large octagonal salon. Nowadays it is known by the name 'Venetian Galleries', referring to Venice's classicist architecture…
The grave of James Ensor
James Ensor passed away on 19 November 1949 in Ostend and is buried next to the tower of the picturesque Our Lady of the Dunes Church (Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-ter-Duinenkerkje). Surrounded by his beloved dunes, close to his great love — the sea. Every year on April 13th, Ensor’s birthday, flowers are laid…
The James Ensor Monument
Another must-see for Ensor enthusiasts: the James Ensor Monument For those who admire Ensor, his presence can be felt throughout Ostend — even in its public spaces. A notable example is the James Ensor Monument, a bust of the artist created by Brussels sculptor Edmond de Valeriola. In 1930, the…
De Grote Post
De Grote Post is the cultural hub of the city. Not only does it fulfill an indispensable role as a supporter in the development and presentation of the professional arts, it also offers a hospitable platform for the many associations, art and culture organizations in Ostend and beyond. De Grote…
Children's farm 'De Lange Schuur'
The children's farm is located in the Schorre on the edge of Ostend, south of the centre. The children's farm aims to introduce children and young people to all aspects of farm life, so that they may rediscover the connection with nature and the biotope of farm animals. Much attention is paid to…
