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Things to see in Oostende (Belgium): 37 places and when to go
Oostende is a town in Belgium, and this site lists 37 places in and around it, mainly History (12), Wildlife (12), Nature (10). The best known are E9 European long distance path, Sint-Petrus-en-Pauluskerk and Fort Napoleon, Ostend. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Belgium · 51.2254, 2.9029
- Places
- 37 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (12) · Wildlife (12) · Nature (10) · Museums and art (5) · Hiking (4) · With kids (3)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- ANR Antwerp, 109 km as the crow flies
What to see in Oostende
The places in and around Oostende, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- E9 European long distance pathWalking path, Europe5.2 km
- Sint-Petrus-en-PauluskerkChurch building in Ostend, Belgium1.4 km
- Fort Napoleon, OstendMilitary museum in West Flanders, Belgium2.7 km
- Lange Nelle LighthouseLighthouse in Oostende, Belgium2.3 km
- Mu.ZEEArt museum in Ostend, Belgium808 m
- Mercator1932 barquentine1.2 km
- Atlantic Wall open-air museumMilitary museum4.8 km
- KapucijnenkerkChurch building in Oostende, Belgium1.4 km
- Equestrian statue of Leopold II, OstendSculpture by Alfred Courtens231 m
- Casino Kursaal OstendBuilding in Ostend, Belgium954 m
- Ensor HouseHouse museum of James Ensor in Ostend, Belgium1.3 km
- Seafarers' MonumentMemorial in Ostend, Belgium1.6 km
- Sint-PieterstorenChurch in Oostende, Belgium1.3 km
- Put van VlissegemPond and natural landscape in De Haan, Belgium12 km
- PaddegatNatural landscape in Varsenare, Belgium10 km
- PuidebroekenNatural landscape in Middelkerke, Belgium7.7 km
- ReigerieNatural landscape in Oudenburg, Belgium9.2 km
- SchuddebeurzeNatural landscape in Lombardsijde, Belgium12 km
- AquamundoWith kids13 km
- Astropolis Space Science CenterObservatory2.5 km
- De Grote KeignaartProtected area5.4 km
- De ZwaanhoekProtected area6.9 km
- E9 European long distance pathWalking path, Europe7.0 km
- GR 5A Wandelronde van Vlaanderen (Noord) - Variant Oostende HavengeulHiking2.1 km
And the other 13, by what you come to do:
- Hot springs: Hotel & Wellness Royal Astrid, Sileau
- Food and drink: Jus de Mer, Kustbrouwerij
- With kids: Kinder Boerderu, Kinderboerderij "De Lange Schuur"
- History: Maenhoudthoeve
- Beaches: Mats Beach Bar
- Diving: Motor launch
- Nature: Schapenweide, Special Area of Conservation 2, Weiden Het Pompje
- Hiking: Streek-GR Kust
When to go to Oostende
The best time to visit Oostende is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:08
- FebPossible9:43
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:35
- MayBest time15:20
- JunBest time16:19
- JulBest time15:55
- AugBest time14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:23
- NovPossible8:35
- DecBest time7:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. In June, 37 of the 37 places are at their best.
When to go to Belgium in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Oostende
The nearest main airport is Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (ANR, Antwerp), 109 km as the crow flies. How to get around Belgium (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Belgium, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Oostende?
The best known: E9 European long distance path, Sint-Petrus-en-Pauluskerk, Fort Napoleon, Ostend, Lange Nelle Lighthouse, Mu.ZEE. In all, 37 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Oostende?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40.
How do you get to Oostende?
The nearest main airport is Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (ANR), 109 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Oostende as the destination and these 37 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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