Swimming in the sea is only allowed in the zones where there are lifeguard services. Below you will find when and where there are lifeguards on the beach, which makes it safe to swim in the sea. 

Preseason

When?

  • May 29, 30, 31 + 1e June (Ascension weekend)
  • June 7, 8, 9  (Pentecost weekend)
  • June 14 up to and including June 27 (daily)

Where?

  • Beach post 4 Mariakerke
  • Beach post 6 Koninginnelaan
  • Beach post 8 Kursaal
  • Beach post 9 Oosthelling

Peak season

When?

Daily from June 28 until  31 of August from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Where?

All beach posts.
Please note: swimming and bathing is prohibited between lifeguard posts 5 (Northlaan) and 6 (Koninginnelaan).

Low season

When?

  • September 1st up to and including September 14th (daily)

Where?

  • Beach post 4 Mariakerke
  • Beach post 6 Koninginnelaan
  • Beach post 8 Kursaal
  • Beach post 9 Oosthelling