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End-of Year Fireworks Display
Het eindejaarsvuurwerk is een echte Oostendse traditie. Duizenden mensen vieren elk jaar opnieuw de overgang van oud naar nieuw onder het fonkelende licht van het betoverende vuurwerk met zicht op zee.End-of Year Fireworks Display
Het eindejaarsvuurwerk is een echte Oostendse traditie. Duizenden mensen vieren elk jaar opnieuw de overgang van oud naar nieuw onder het fonkelende licht van het betoverende vuurwerk met zicht op zee.
Fireworks
Op zaterdag 3 januari sluit Oostende de kerstperiode af met een knallend hoogtepunt. Kom samen genieten van een spectaculair vuurwerk boven zee, dat de winterlucht verlicht en de feestperiode in stijl afrondt. Trek een warme jas aan, neem je geliefden mee en beleef een avond vol magie aan zee.
Atlantikwall Raversyde
Atlantikwall Raversyde is een van de best bewaarde restanten van de Duitse verdedigingslinie, met meer dan zestig bunkers, open en ondergrondse gangen, observatieposten en geschutstellingen.
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.
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…
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…
The Crystal Ship - Street Art in Ostend
Discover 'The Crystal Ship' in Ostend: renowned and world-famous artists make enormous paintings on walls as well as fantastic art installations in open spaces.
Dikke Mathille
The Leopold II-laan curves gracefully around the most famous sculpture of a woman in Oostende: De Zee (The Sea). Although Reclining Nude is another name for this lady the locals always refer to her as 'Dikke Mathille' (Fat Mathille). Grard emphasised the volume of the full, round forms. In De Zee…
Tripel Zwart, horse and carriage
Covered wagon ride.
North sea cruise offshore windfarm
'Discover the wind turbine parks at sea Captain Blue gives you a whole new perspective on our 11th province, the North Sea and wind energy. During the 5-hour boat trip, a Dutch speaking guide will immerse you in coastal navigation and port signaling, from various buoys and beacons to the…
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…
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…
The Coast by plane
How about exploring the coastal region from the air? The Noordzee Vliegclub is ready to discover with you the magnificent views of the region on one of our airplanes. You would be able to choose amongst several routes or design your own in consultation with the pilot. During the flight,…
Seamen's Memorial
The Seamen's Memorial (1953) can be found on the Zeeheldenplein. Each year the numerous fishermen from Oostende who died at sea are commemorated. This was also the location of the first lighthouse in Oostende (1771).
Ferry Visserskaai - Oosteroever
Free ferry service between the city centre (aquarium) and the 'Oosteroever' (Maritiem Plein) for max. 50 persons of which 20 bicycles. The new boat 'Raveel meets Ensor' is fully electric and is accessible for max. 100 persons, of which 40 bicycles. All boats are accessible for wheelchair users. …
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…
Sea fishing
Feel like a fisherman for one day! Captain Blue gives you an unforgettable fishing day at sea! Fishing experience is not required, people of all ages can participate in this healthy and sporty activity. When the boat arrives, you will hear the siren of the ship: a signal to throw out the fishing…
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…
Le Châtelet
Iconic, eclectic corner building at the Petit Paris intersection. Was built in the western city extension completed after 1865 under the impetus of King Leopold II. Frivolous architecture from the belle époque and a unique witness to holiday architecture from the era of fashionable and elitist…
Railway station Oostende
Eclectic station complex consisting of a central entrance hall flanked by two square 'Tower buildings'. On the left side adjacent to the station the former 'Hotel Terminus Maritime'.
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…
Sint-Petrus- en Sint-Paulus Church
The church St.-Petrus- and Paulus is a neogotic church built in 1907 which consists of beautiful stained-glass windows. The tomb of Louise-Marie, the queen of Belgium who deceased in Oostende, is situated in the chapel of the main altar (only to be visited upon request). The St.-Pieter's Tower,…
Lighthouse Lange Nelle
Lighthouse 'Lange Nelle' : The famous lighthouse is the fourth one in the history of Oostende and the third one on this location. It was built between 1947 and 1949, rises 65 metres above the sea and guides the fishermen safely in the Ostend harbour. The lighthouse is not open to the public.
Chalet mini golf
While walking, you will encounter 21 obstacles in a park full of flowers and plants, ponds, rocks, waterfalls, etc. Surrounded by greenery in the middle of Leopold Park, you can enjoy a snack and a drink on the terrace or inside the brasserie-tearoom. In addition, the playground ensures that the…
Koninklijke Gaanderijen
The Royal Galleries were finished in 1905. They are approximately 400 m long and served to protect the middle classes from sun and rain during their walks. They connected the Royal Pavilion with the Wellington racing track. In the beginning of the thirties, the Thermae Palace was built next to it…
