What to do in De Panne? Our favourite spots
Restaurants, activities, beaches and shops in De Panne and the surrounding area. Tested and approved — we only recommend what we love.
All distances are calculated from Charm 202 (Dr. A. Depagelaan 12).
Restaurants & bistros
Le Fox
Fine diningFine dining by the sea. One of the best restaurants on the Belgian coast. Exceptional fish and seafood.
5 min walk
Brasserie Le Galion
BrasserieFriendly brasserie on the seafront promenade with sea views. Mussels and chips, sole meunière and Belgian classics.
3 min walk
Bij Ons
FlemishAuthentic Flemish cuisine in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Generous portions and reasonable prices.
5 min walk
Le Trident
SeafoodFresh fish and seafood with a lovely terrace in summer. Perfect for a lunch with your toes in the sand.
4 min walk
Cafés & ice cream
Australian Ice Cream
Ice creamThe best artisan ice cream on the coast. Creative flavours and generous scoops. Expect a queue in summer — it's absolutely worth it!
3 min walk
Tearoom Le Provence
TearoomA cosy tearoom for a waffle, a coffee or a hot chocolate after a stroll on the beach.
4 min walk
Beach & nature
La Panne Beach
BeachOne of the widest beaches on the Belgian coast. Fine sand, vast open space, ideal for children and land yachting. Just 70 steps from Charm 202!
1 min walk
Dunes du Westhoek
NatureA 340-hectare nature reserve. Marked walking trails through the highest dunes in Belgium. Breathtaking scenery.
15 min walk
Plankendael - Dunes Trail
WalkingAn accessible coastal walk between La Panne and Koksijde. Panoramic views over the sea and the polders.
10 min walk
Activities & sports
Koksijde Yachting Club
Water sportsSailing, kitesurfing, land yachting... The go-to spot for water sports on the Belgian coast.
10 min walk
Plopsaland De Panne
Theme parkFamily theme park with roller coasters, shows and a water park. Kids absolutely love it.
5 min by car
Land yachting
SportLa Panne is the Belgian capital of land yachting. Several schools offer beginner sessions right on the beach.
On the beach
Bike rental
CyclingSeveral bike rental shops nearby. The coastal cycle path network is excellent for exploring the surrounding area.
3 min walk
Culture & sightseeing
NAVIGO - National Fishing Museum
MuseumInteractive museum on the history of North Sea fishing. Fascinating for both children and adults.
15 min by car (Koksijde)
Abbaye des Dunes
HeritageRuins of the former Cistercian abbey of Koksijde. A historic site set in green surroundings.
10 min by car
The Coast Tram (Kusttram)
TransportThe longest tram line in the world (67 km). Take it to explore the entire Belgian coast, from La Panne to Knokke.
2 min walk (stop)
Shopping & groceries
Carrefour Market
SupermarketA well-stocked supermarket for all your everyday shopping needs.
5 min walk
Local bakery
BakeryFresh bread, rolls and pastries every morning. Nothing beats breakfast in the apartment.
3 min walk
La Panne Market
MarketWeekly market every Thursday morning. Fresh produce, cheeses, smoked fish and local crafts.
4 min walk
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