Flanders

Why Visit?

The Belgian coastline (North sea) is only 60km long and consists of sandy beaches - no cliffs, rocks, or reef. There are over 15 spots all spread out along the coastline, so no matter where you are, there’s always a spot to kitesurf nearby.

Even though the coastline is full of buildings, there are beautiful sandy beaches. Some of the spots are quite far from these buildings while others are right in front of them. But since the overall distance of the promenades, dunes, beaches are thousands of meters from the premises, most of the spots have constant wind.

Apart from surfing, Belgium offers lots of other must-see site’s. Brussels with the Atomium and “Manneken Pis”. Ghent is 50 km from the coast and has it’s famous “Gentse Feesten” in the middle of summer, ten days non-stop music and street art festivals, in the heart of the city. Of course, if you are here in July, why need to visit Tomorrowland in Boom, people come from all over the world for this massive dance festival! (Make sure you book beforehand is it's difficult to get tickets)

The promenade

Wind and Weather

Belgium depends on the Atlantic depressions coming in from SW to NW. The best conditions come with changeable weather.  Now and then, on average, once every two months, we get a good storm, +40 kt is not unusual on these days. Usually, it will be strong for the first one or two days, and then it will become more moderate. Summer brings SE winds, lovely hot air but no waves because as it's usually offshore. The air temperature will range between 25°C and 30°C, it's incredible!

Winter brings icy NE winds, along with the beautiful sunny weather (sometimes) with temperatures ranging from -10°C to 10°C and rain. During the winter months, overall, we get really good conditions but is very cold! Only locals who know the conditions well usually go out on a winter day.

Please make sure you check the safety rules before you head out and signing up at a school/centre is mandatory.

Beach at Surfers Paradise

Getting Around

I would recommend a car to explore the coast, and the city at it’s best. However public transport is an excellent second choice.

Food and Drink

At the beach, kitesurfing schools/centres or nearby there are many restaurants and snack bars.

Nightlife

Nightlife is very diverse, there many bars and restaurants along the promenades and in the cities. During the summer months, many beach clubs offer unforgettable evenings! When the weather is nice, all the beach villages will offer great beach bars and terraces where it is good to chill and have a bite!

A large variety of Belgium beers

Keep in mind that Belgium has over 1600 different beers, so you better get started!

No Wind?

I would recommend you check out the Zwin Plain; it is a unique nature reserve with an extraordinary world of plants and animals. Planning a "no wind" will depend on the season you are in, each season and every day is different! There is always something to see or to experience! Day trips to the historical cities Gent, Brugge, Brussels are also a lot of fun!

Internet

Internet Belgium has a high standard 3G-4G internet network. In Beach Clubs, bars, restaurants, shops, you find a good connection

Waves and sun

Accommodation

Lots of hotels, apartments for the more extended stay, campsites are available along the coastline in different cities such as Knokke, Blankenberge, Oostende, De Panne, or more inland: Bruges and Ghent.

Sunset at Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise entrance

The beach

The promenade