28 Nature reserves
Around Oostduinkerke lie 28 exceptional walking areas. From the rare marram dunes of Ter Yde to the protected Hannecartbos, the nature here is exceptionally rich.
Walking in and around Oostduinkerke
Oostduinkerke is world-famous for its horseback shrimp fishermen, the last of their kind, and has more than 700 hectares of dunes and beach to explore on foot besides. The exceptional combination of traditional culture and wild coastal nature makes this one of the most extraordinary walking destinations on the Belgian coast.
Walking routes
Walking routes around Oostduinkerke lead through the dunes of Ter Yde, along the wide beach and through the Hannecartbos woodland. Below are the finest routes for every walker.
