The NOrth sea

The holiday home is the perfect base to visiting seaside towns like Oostduinkerke, Sint-Idesbald, Nieuwpoort, etc. Museums, beach walks and culinary discoveries. Both in summer and in winter there is a lot to experience. 

Ypres

Ypres has a lot to offer! The charm of the medieval past and the many memories of the turbulent war history make a trip to Ypres unforgettable. Let yourself be inspired by the website . The numerous cozy cafés, fine restaurants, beautiful shops, fascinating museums and other attractions invite you to discover them. The city will gladly welcome you to the Visitor Center for Ypres and the Westhoek in the Laekenhalle every day to give your visit a good start. You will find an attractive regional exhibition, an extensive shop and a spacious museum café.

RESTAURANTS

In the center of Alveringem at the church tower you'll find 't Potje Paté. In this cozy restaurant you can discover both artisan products from the region and taste gourmet delicacies. Carmen in the restaurant and her brother Joris in the kitchen will welcome you with open arms. Reservation is recommended. more info

CULTURE

From the shrimp fishermen on the North Sea to the annual art festival of Watou. There are museums for young and old alike. In the holiday home we provide leaflets of all kinds of activities. You can always ask for more information.

History

Here in the Westhoek, the southwest of Flanders, many war memorials, war cemeteries, museums and other remains recall the First and Second World War when the area was in the front line of history. The Iron Tower in Diksmuide, the Yorkshire trenches in Ypres, the Deutscher Soldatenfriedhof at Langemark and the Essex Farm Cemetery are just a few examples of these memories.

SHOP

At the Belgian seaside, Knokke & Oostende are known shopping cities. But more close to Alveringem, there's definitely no lack of nice places too. In terms of fashion, Nieuwpoort is new in line. To shop you can go to the Albert I Avenue which offers a mix of trendy shops. Also along the harbor promenade you can find some exciting offers that can appeal to many fashionista ...of course there are also hot spots in the other bathing cities. in De Panne definitely walk through the Zeelaan, and also the Zeelaan in Koksijde-Oostduinkerke offers a real shopping pleasure. The Leopoldlaan in Middelkerke has been renewed and converted into a walking-friendly shopping street. Also in Westende-Bad, Bredene, De Haan and Blankenberge you can go for a fun day of shopping. Ask us for our favorite addresses

Biking & HIking

Signposted cycling routes and a completely new bike network (March 2016) will take you past the most picturesque places and charming areas. There is no lack of pubs, bars and restaurants on the way. More info

Walking is and remains a great way to explore the Westhoek by its many signposted hiking trails and 4 walking networks. More info

Wining & Dining

Go grocery shopping in the neighborhood, dairy products from the farm next door and fish straight from the North Sea and prepare a meal at home to enjoy with the whole family in the peace and quiet of the holiday home.

MOVIE THEATRE

Cinema Koksijde: A cinema by the sea with 6 halls to enjoy a movie.