Zeebrugge Beach

Zeebrugge has a quiet and beautiful beach located just south of the seaport. In the summer it is a very vibrant place with many young people. The beach reaches out to Oostende, about 20km long and 70m wide. In the summer the atmosphere is very fresh that many people come here to surf. The beaches are cleaned daily during the summer.

For a change of pace, you'll find plenty of options for cruises, and it's also a popular place to catch a ferry to the UK for quick sightseeing.

Zeebrugge is more than just a beach town - it's also an important harbor for fishing and commerce. One of the joys of visiting Zeebrugge is watching the fishing boats return to port each morning. After the colorful boats dock, walk to the auction hall, where fishers sell their catch of the day. It is one of the largest fish markets in Europe.

Zeebrugge is also famous for its historical significance during World War I, formerly serving as a port for German U-boats until the base was taken out in 1918. There is a St. George's Day memorial. The Seafront Maritime Theme Park delves into the port's history and its cultural traditions surrounding the fishing industry.

Location: near Bruges, West Flanders, Belgium