De Panne Travel Guide

 
by FilipDemuinck
 
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Things to Do  

The Beach

The Beach, De Panne

 FilipDemuinck Says:  (De) The Panne has the widest beach of the Belgian coast and is appreciated for its nature, historical houses and very good restaurants. For everyone that enjoys walking and dining this city is to be recommended. It is one of the rare places where dunes are still connected... 

City Hall

City Hall, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  At the corner of the Zeelaan nr 21 and the Lindelaan you find the City Hall.In font of the City Hall there is a big rusty anchor. This shows that fishing is one of most important business is over here in De Panne. 

Hotels  

Hotel Donny

 1 Review and 19 Opinions  Villa Select is right on the beach at de Panne, in the center of many beach bars, cafes and... 

Royal Hotel

 24 Opinions

Restaurants  

Hostelerie Le Fox: Top restaurant - Hostelerie Le Fox

Hostelerie Le Fox: Top restaurant - Hostelerie Le Fox, De Panne

 FilipDemuinck Says:  This restaurant is for me the best place I have ever been for tasting menus with wine selections. The restaurant from chef Stephane Buyens is very cosy and the service extremely good. The menu's are excellent, mainly fish but the meat dishes are also perfect. The restaurant... 

Bistrot Merlot: Bistrot Merlot

Bistrot Merlot: Bistrot Merlot, De Panne

 myriam_c Says:  Belgian cuisine - cozy small restaurant (house-style)Update 2007A second visit to this restaurant left us quite unsatisfied.I wouldn't go there again. Too expensive for mediocre quality. Closed on Thursday and Friday 

Nightlife  

Carymar: A Quiet Friendly Pub

Carymar: A Quiet Friendly Pub, De Panne

 depannemaven Says:  The Carymar is a local pub that offers ice cold Jupiler beer on tap at the best prices. Other Belgian beer are also available. You can have a quiet conversation while enjoying a beer or other beverage Smoking is allowed inside. The owner speaks English and will try to answer... 

different spots along beach road: Enjoying a local beer

different spots along beach road: Enjoying a local beer, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  Well this isn't really a nightlife tip. But is kind of a going out tip.What can be more joyful then sit and relax in one of the cosy chairs along beach road. Like this you can taste one (ore more) of the delicious Belgian local beers. Meanwhile you can watch other tourist... 

Transportation  

Small train

Small train, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  You can make a touristic roundtrip by small train.The train leaves from beach road, near the mini steam carrousel (at 14.30, 15.30, 16.30 and 17.30) Check departing times at the departure place.The price is 3.00 Euro, so that is not too expensive. 

big fun for kids

big fun for kids, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  Of course this big fun for the kids, there is a part of beach road that specially preserved for these youngsters (younger the 12 years).There are different models of go-carts.And while the parents enjoy a delicious Belgian beer, kids can drive around. 

Shopping  

just a shop along the road: Umbrellas

just a shop along the road: Umbrellas, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:   As the weather in Belgium can be unstable, it can be handy to bring an umbrella.You have forgotten your umbrella? don't worry, there are plenty of shops who are selling umbrellas. It may not be the best quality, but it will keep you dry for some time. Price in this shop :... 

on beach road: buy some toys for the kids

on beach road: buy some toys for the kids, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  You find these shops along beach road.These shops are selling all kind of stuff you can need for a pleasant day on the beach. Here you can find all kind of toys for the kids to use in the sand.With these toys it can be easier to build that sand castle, you always dreamed... 

Local Customs  

Look around

Look around, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  It is important to look around first, as there are different prices and different formulas.It can be handy to ask a tip in the hotel where you stay, maybe they know someone who rents these cabins, and like this you can get a kind of discount.You'll never know, if you do not... 

Beach Cabins

Beach Cabins, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  You find these beach cabins, along the entire length of the Belgium coast.Mostly these cabins are rented by tourists who stay a certain period at the Flemish Coast.It can be handy for couples with children, like that they can store the children’s toys in the cabin, or maybe... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

More usefull information

More usefull information, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  Besides the orientation function, these orientation poles give further useful information.The information board gives you the hours of the presence of the Rescue Service, explanation of the most used symbols on the Flemish beaches, and explanation on the different colours of... 

Orientation poles

Orientation poles, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  Sometimes kids get lost when they are playing the beach, and then it is a big tragedy for them if they can’t find the way back to mammy and/or daddy.That is why they planted several orientation poles on the beach. All the kid needs to do is trying to remember near which... 

Tourist Traps  

More token machines

More token machines, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  But I must admit it is hard to resist, if you enter such a Luna park, of not playing on these token machines.As it is kind of fun doing playing on these machines. But just keep in mind to keep a certain sum in mind that you are willing to give on this game. 

Token machines

Token machines, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  In these Luna parks, there are also many token machines. In these machines there are moving panels which puches the tokens forward, mostly in multiple levels, and if the tokens fell in the collecting opening, they are yours. In between these tokens there are coloured coins,... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Basketball

Basketball, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  On the beach road there is a small basketball field. So if you want to throw a ball, go ahead.This reminded me a bit on the beach of Venice, L.A. where you have Muscle beach, and where there is also a basketball field, where local boys throw balls. a basketball 

Hiking

Hiking, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  Of course this is a great place to do some hiking.There are several walking trails, they are all marked with colours, some go through the dunes, and others show you the heritage and show you the history of architecture of this coast village.Of course you also decide to walk... 

Favorites  

War monument

War monument, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  At the end of the King Albert square there is a war monument, which remembers the soldiers who died in the First World War.The beautiful house behind the monument is the cafe with the beautiful name: Le Chien Vert (the green dog), what's in the name, I have never seen a... 

Koning Albertplein

Koning Albertplein, De Panne

 filipdebont Says:  If you continue walking along the Nieuwpoortlaan, you arrive at a big bus stop. And behind this bus stop you find the quiet King Albert square.It is a nice place to rest. If you stop at this square do not forget to look around, you will discover some beautiful old houses. 

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 Of course this is a great place to do some hiking.There are several walking trails, they are all marked with colours, some go through the dunes, and others show... 

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Q:  Hi there Could you please let me know of any child friendly camp sites in De Panne Many thanks Sally 

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A: http://www.zeepark.be/ 

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2003 Beaufort in De Panne

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  2003 Beaufort is an art project near the Belgian coastline. It can be seen in nine cities along the Belgian coast, from De Panne till Knokke Heist. The name of this art project, 'Beaufort' refers... 

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La Panne

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 This is a popular seaside resort in Belgium along the North Sea. Unlike most similar cities, you can walk on its huge beaches which are very clean and peaceful. There aren’t too many people on it so... 

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De Panne

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 I've got some interesting experiences in De Panne. I'd love to share with you the 2 tips I've written, the 3 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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De Panne - Friendly town

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 I've got some interesting experiences in De Panne. I'd love to share with you the 1 tip I've written, the 2 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Near the frensh border.

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 De Panne, well-known for its wide nature reserves and the widest beach of the Flemish Coast. A large part of De Panne's present fame as a holiday center depends on its hotels, real estate agencies,...... 

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