Sports and leisure activities Flandres belges

Bellewaerde's reputation shines throughout Flanders and far beyond. Young and old leave with stars in their eyes after trying out the thirty or so attractions for teenagers, families or toddlers. Here, it's time for escape and great adventure only 40 minutes from Lille. The Huracan or Boomerang, roller coaster, Streaping Eagle (free fall), Bengal Rapid River, River Splash and Niagara with their splash boat will even give the first big thrills to the youngest (minimum 1 m to 1.30 m). Fun guaranteed!

The Vélodrome Joyeux (Lustige velodroom), made entirely of wood, was built in 1933. It will delight children, and those who have stayed, but also two-wheeler enthusiasts, especially on the track. Everyone will be able to try out all kinds of bikes, in all sorts of unusual sizes and shapes. A unique seaside construction. More than 70 unique frames await you for family rides. Pleasure and fun guaranteed!

Dating back to 1830 and renamed in 1945 after Jan Guilini, Belgian swimming champion and World War II resistance fighter, this 25 m-long indoor pool features an Art Deco interior in the style of Paris's beautiful Molitor pool. For the record, Jean Guilini helped rescue 5 British airmen who crashed into the sea off the coast of Blankenberge, before being arrested and executed on May 22, 1944. It's a great place to cool off in summer, when the cobbled streets and canals heat up under the sun.

A 9.5 km fitness trail that takes you to some of the city's most beautiful spots, in a green, pedestrian atmosphere that's a pleasure to stroll through. You can follow the winding lanes of the city center at a leisurely pace, as well as the linear cycle paths and footpaths around Bruges, near the windmills, in the greenery. The guide gives brief explanations of the viewpoints and tells you interesting anecdotes. Original and invigorating!

Koninklijke Yacht Club Oostende Vzw is a sailing club located in Ostend. It is the oldest yacht club in the country. Ostend is a popular seaside town, with 9 km of sandy beaches and a lively shopping center. It's accessible at both high and low tide, even by deep-draft boats. The town center can be reached on foot (20 minutes) or by bike (7 minutes) from the club. What's more, there's a streetcar stop just 200 meters from the club, with streetcars taking you into town every 15 minutes.

The Ostend Sailing and Racing Club (OSRC) was founded in 1987 with the aim of promoting water sports and boating, in particular catamaran sailing. The club has a site near the Ostend lighthouse, which serves as a boat park and also houses the clubhouse with all amenities (bar, shower, storage areas...). The OSRC offers sailing courses and organizes sailing and powerboat competitions, as well as various water sports events. The association also aims to foster social contacts between its members. It's advisable not to wait too long to sign up, as places fill up quickly. The club also organizes sailing camps for families, called "Young & Younger", which have been very popular. The OSRC also collaborated with the KRNSO to organize the Belgian Championship in Beach Sprint Rowing, a new rowing discipline with great Olympic potential.

Surfclub Inside Outside is a surf school located in Ostend. It has two locations, one by a lake and the other by the sea. Inside, at the Spuikom, you can learn to windsurf or sail. Outside, the beach atmosphere prevails, with real Belgian surfers. The club offers wing foil courses, a new trend in water sports, as well as equipment hire. Events are also organized, such as the Summer Kick-Off with free introductory courses, music and tastings. The club also offers Easter and summer camps for children, as well as evening classes for adults.

The Belgian town of Ostend is home to the Nordsee Flugverein (NZVC) flying school. NZVC offers on-site pilot training, with no online courses. In addition to pilot training, NZVC also offers introductory flights for those wishing to discover the coast from the air. For aviation enthusiasts who are not pilots, it is possible to become a supporting member of NZVC and join the NZVC Spotting Group, which offers benefits such as access to the clubhouse and other privileges.