Oostende

Ostend Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ostend Beach?

The bar is located right on the Ostend Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Café Botteltje is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

Strand Oostende (Plage de Oostende)

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Ostend Beach is located on the North Sea and it is in the 8th place out of 8 beaches in the Belgium region 109.6 km away from its center, the city of Brussels. It is one of the beaches of Ostend settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long bay with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Ostend Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Bredene strand, which has a rating of 8.1.

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Historical

+10 ^oC +9 ^oC

Air temperature

9.3 M/S

Wind

+11 ^oC

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Poor

2.7/10

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Ostend Beach is located in Belgium within Ostend, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"This beach is passable, although not quite up to par. While it's relatively clean and spacious, the areas designated for swimming are quite restricted. If you do decide to take a dip, exercise caution and keep an eye out for warning signs. Overall, it's a pleasant enough spot for a leisurely walk or to unwind, but don't expect to be blown away."

Jolene Phelan

"While on a brief trip to the city, we stumbled upon a stunning beach that left a lasting impression. The beach was impeccably clean and boasted a picturesque walking distance, with nearby parks adding to the beauty of the area. It was conveniently located just 10 to 15 minutes away from the main center, making it easily accessible for visitors. Although we visited during the..."

Ilsa

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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

Bredene-Bad, Belgium

Bredene beach

Bredene strand

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Bredene-Bad 0.5 km

Ostend, Belgium

Klein strand oostende

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Ostend 1.2 km

Bray-Dunes, France

Plage Bray Dunes

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Bray-Dunes 2 km

Cadzand-Bad, Netherlands

Cadzand strand

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water

Cadzand-Bad 0.4 km

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Café Botteltje• 4 min walk
Den Artiest• 4 min walk
Koekoek Tavern• 5 min walk
Madam Kroket• 6 min walk

Attractions

Zeeheldenplein• 3 min walk

Transport

OST• 5.5km
Brugge Station perro...• 21.5km
Ostende / Oostende• 13 min walk

Localities

Ostend• 1.1km
Brussels• 109.6km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Ostend Beach?

The coastline of Ostend Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Ostend Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ostend Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Ostend Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Ostend Beach are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Ostend Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Ostend Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ostend Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ostend Beach?

The bar is located right on the Ostend Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Café Botteltje is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

How far is the Ostend Beach from parking?

The Ostend Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Ostend Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Ostend Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Zeeheldenplein located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Ostend Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Ostend Beach is August. Its average value reaches 20°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ostend Beach (Belgium) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Ostend Beach (Belgium) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.