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Go to the Beach
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Over the sand dunes is a wide beach

De Haan has a lovely wide beach, and once over the sand dunes at the far end of the beach, you see an incredible vista of sea and sand.

The beach by the heart of the town is easily accessible down a slope (right by the ice cream seller, which is very useful on a hot day).

I did not see any lifeguards on the beach.

Written Oct 3, 2006

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Tram Station
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One of the highlights is the little Tram Station of De Haan, where the tourist office of De Haan is situated (you can find a tram line everywhere along Belgian coast for reaching any coast city). It was built in 1902, when the older one was removed. See the beautifully decorated "Art Nouveau"-style.

Walking here in the center of De Haan you can see in the background the traditional, beautiful house (English cottage style), close to the Tram Station. Take on your walk a delicious Belgium bread, fritten (chips) or the famous Belgium chocolate ...

Updated Jul 10, 2005

Address: Tram Station, Koninklijk Plein, De Haan

Phone: 059/ 24 21 35

Website: http://www.dehaan.be/os/toerisme_infotramen.html

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Walk On The Wild Side?
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See the architecture from 19th century in De Haan which made this cute little town that popular. The wonderful located villas with beautiful flowers and quiet charm made a lot of tourists coming to De Haan, enjoying the beach area, too, for a romantic holiday.

Actually De Haan got opened for tourism at 22nd of July with the opening of "Hotel du Coq", translated "Hotel De Haan". It was then the Belgian authorities decided to create some space for a new, carefully planned beach city ...

De Haan is not that big, so a walk from hotel, appartment or villa to the center can be very relaxing. See the beautiful houses and villa's and, enjoy some real Belgium bread, or a snack ...

Updated Jul 3, 2005

Address: De Haan - Belgium

Website: http://www.belgiancoast.be/uc2.htm

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Rembrandtlaan number 15
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House

The house called "Columbier"
The town was founded rather recently in 1888 by the company "Coq-sur-mer" and the architect E.Colinet.
It was not that easy to decide - what is more important - the town itself or the tram line .Those houses are located very near the line from east to west ! From De Panne till Knokke ! And the landscapes between those cities are many times so different ! Not only in landscape - but also in language !French is popular in Knokke and De Panne - Flemish in Middelkerke and Blankenberge - such a small world and country - but so complex !!

Updated Nov 24, 2003

Address: Rembrandtlaan

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The Town Hall - "Gemeentehuis"
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The town hall

The Town Hall located at the Leopoldlaan
is special - a classified so protected building and actually the street itself is in a stade of renovation !! (november 2003) Getting ready for the next holiday season !!

Updated Nov 22, 2003

Address: Leopoldlaan

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Christiana/Tenierslaan
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Houses in De Haan

Christiana/Tenierslaan in De Haan. A nice residence in De Haan - many houses builded in the early 20th century ! Traditional english architecture actually functioning as a Hotel - beloved by many tourists from germany and the UK ! They feel at home in Belgium

Updated Nov 22, 2003

Address: Christiana/Tenierslaan

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Beach
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Beach at De Haan

De Haan has a lovely, 11 km fine sandy beach stretching from De Haan to Wenduine. Close to the center, you can relax on the beach in a beach chair protected from the northern wind by wind shields. There is also a building with first-aid and toilettes.

Updated Sep 12, 2003

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Enjoy Yourself
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De Haan aan Zee -- a lovely town

No trip to the Flemish coast would be complete without enjoying a beer, some fries, and perhaps some ice cream, all of which are readily available in De Haan. More importantly, all are tastefully provided, in houses and buildings that continue to evoke an old world sense of charm and class.

Also, since De Haan is in Flanders, you can feel confident that whether you speak English, French, Dutch, or German, they will happily help you out and take your money.

Written Jul 21, 2003

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Belle Epoque Architecture
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The Center of De Haan, just off the beach

Designed as a turn of the century escape for Brussels' and Antwerp's wealthy and fashionable, De Haan glows with the balconies and bright colours of the period. From an architectural perspective, De Haan forms a crucial link in the Flanders saga. It stands as a terrific counterpoint to the medieval art cities of Brugge and Gent or the Art Nouveau facades of Brussels and Antwerp.

Plus, it looks swell. And the beer is good.

Written Jul 21, 2003

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The Beach
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De Haan's wide North See beach

Despite the lovely Belle Epoque architecture, there is one and only one reason to visit De Haan: the beach.

The sand is not white, the sea is not turquoise, and the sun is not always shining. That said, for a Belgian in need of sea, sand, and surf, De Haan fits the bill perfectly.

Lovely houses and terraces line the shore, with plenty of opportunities for beer, fries, and waffles. Above all, try the chicken, especially since De Haan aan Zee means "Hen on the Sea".

Written Jul 21, 2003

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 Despite the lovely Belle Epoque architecture, there is one and only one reason to visit De Haan: the beach.The sand is not white, the sea is not turquoise, and... 

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De Haan - my favourite City

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 Old historical and english styled buildings - my favourite one day trip location to the belgian coast !! De Haan/Wenduine is a fusion of some smaller towns and beaches in this area - like Klemskerke... 

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De Haan, Belle Epoque at the Belgian Coast

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 I've got some interesting experiences in De Haan. I'd love to share with you the 10 tips I've written, the 11 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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A seaside resort with style

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 De Haan-Centre is a beautiful and historic residential area with its typical Belle Epoque villas. In 1889 the Belgian Government granted a long term lease for 90 years on this 50 hectare plot of land.... 

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Most beautiful town at the Belgium Cost

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DE HAAN - The Rooster

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 We got some friends who hire a lovely beach-house in rather unknown though beautiful De Haan at Flanders Coast, Belgium, every year. And every year they invite us to spend some days with them along...... 

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