29 Nature reserves
Around De Panne lie 29 exceptional walking areas. Nature Reserve De Westhoek and the Calmeynbos together comprise one of the wildest and most peaceful coastal nature areas in Belgium.
```` in and around De Panne
De Panne is the westernmost resort on the Belgian coast and has, directly behind the beach, the Westhoek, one of the largest and most valuable dune reserves in the Benelux. Those who walk here are within a kilometre of the French border and in one of the wildest coastal landscapes in our region.
Walking routes around De Panne lead through the Westhoek, the Calmeynbos and along the wide beach all the way to the French border. Below are the finest routes for every walker.
Around De Panne lie 29 exceptional walking areas. Nature Reserve De Westhoek and the Calmeynbos together comprise one of the wildest and most peaceful coastal nature areas in Belgium.

The nature reserve Dune du Perroquet is located near Bray-Dunes, just across the French border from the Belgian seaside resort of De Panne. What can you expect at Dune du Perroquet? This extensive dune area forms the northernmost part of France and connects with the Belgian nature reserve De Westhoek. - Beautiful cross-border dune landscape: Dune du Perroquet covers ...

Nestled between De Panne and the French border, you can as a walker enjoy the impressive dune landscape of De Westhoek. You can frolic in the roam zone and maybe even catch a glimpse of Scottish Highland cattle or Konik horses passing by.

The Calmeynbos in De Panne is a lovely dune woodland of around 66 hectares, close to the Flemish coast. What can you expect at the Calmeynbos? It is an ideal place for anyone who wants to combine sea, woodland and nature during a walk, bike ride, mountain bike trip or horse ride. - Shady nature: On warm summer days, the Calmeynbos is a pleasant place to cool down among ...

The nature area Zwarten Hoek lies just east of De Panne, close to the French border. This quiet dune area is a lovely place for anyone who wants to escape the bustle of the beach and the seafront for a while. What can you expect in Zwarten Hoek? - Varied dune landscape: Walk past old dunes, damp dune valleys, grasslands, reed beds and shallow pools. Thanks to this variet ...

The Houtsaegerduinen nature area is a quiet and surprisingly varied dune landscape, enclosed between De Panne and Sint-Idesbald. The area consists of small drifting dunes, moss dunes, dune grasslands, shrubs and young woodland. What can you expect in the Houtsaegerduinen? - Varied dune landscape: During a walk, you will come across open sandy patches, vegetated dunes, ...

The nature reserve Dune Marchand is located in northern France, between Bray-Dunes and Zuydcoote, close to the Belgian seaside resort of De Panne. What can you expect at Dune Marchand? - National nature reserve: Dune Marchand is a protected nature area and forms a valuable part of the dune landscape along the French North Sea coast. The area was classified as a nature ...

The nature reserve Dune Dewulf is located in northern France, close to the Belgian seaside resort of De Panne and a short distance from Dunkirk. What can you expect at Dune Dewulf? - Extensive dune area: Dune Dewulf covers almost 300 hectares and is spread across the French municipalities of Leffrinckoucke, Zuydcoote and Ghyvelde. - Rich nature: The area is especially ...

The Cabourduinen in Adinkerke, a district of De Panne, form a special and surprisingly peaceful nature area about 3.5 kilometres from the sea. These old inland dunes are among the oldest and best-preserved fossil dunes on the Flemish coast and are rare even within north-western Europe. What can you expect at the Cabourduinen? -
De Panne has 6 viewpoints with a wide outlook over the North Sea, the coastline and the border region with France. Below are the finest locations.

The panoramic platform Perroquet is located in the western part of the nature reserve De Westhoek in De Panne. This peaceful viewpoint can be found along the Helmpad, close to the French border. What can you expect at panoramic platform Perroquet? - Views over a cross-border dune landscape: From the platform, you look out over the dunes of De Westhoek and towards the ...

The viewpoint Westhoek in De Panne is a peaceful and beautiful spot in the middle of the nature reserve De Westhoek. What can you expect at viewpoint Westhoek? From this high dune along the Ligusterpad, you look out over an open dune landscape with marram grass, low vegetation, shrubs, sandy paths and rolling dunes. -

The Westerpunt in De Panne is a striking viewpoint at the end of the concrete promenade towards France. What can you expect at the Westerpunt in De Panne? This remarkable stair structure takes you up above the beach, sea and dunes, offering beautiful views across one of the westernmost spots on the Belgian coast. -

The panoramic platform Groene Biezen, also known as panoramic platform East, is a lovely viewpoint in nature reserve De Westhoek in De Panne. You will find it along the Oostergrenspad, near the Groene-Biezenlaan, on the eastern edge of the reserve. What can you expect at panoramic platform Groene Biezen? - Beautiful views over the dunes: From the platform, you look out ...

The Hoge Blekker, standing at an impressive 33 metres, is not only the highest dune on the Belgian coast but also an iconic landmark you must not miss. What to expect at the Hoge Blekker in Koksijde? This unique natural area combines rich history with breathtaking landscapes and is a must-see in Koksijde. -

The Watertoren Groenendijk, located on Nieuwpoortsteenweg in Oostduinkerke, is a unique publicly accessible observation tower. It is a special project that brings together nature, heritage and experience. What can you expect at the Watertoren Groenendijk? - Breathtaking views: Thanks to a new external staircase and a spacious lift, you can enjoy panoramic views over the ...
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