De Westhoek

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De Westhoek, Nature reserve at the westernmost point of De Panne, Belgium.

This 345-hectare reserve encompasses diverse landscapes with dunes, beaches, forests, meadows, and marshes that support over 200 bird species and numerous plant varieties.

The reserve gained protected status to preserve its ecological importance, becoming a crucial conservation area for maintaining the Belgian coastal ecosystem.

Local organizations conduct educational programs throughout the year, teaching visitors about the interaction between coastal communities and natural preservation methods.

The reserve features marked pathways with varying distances, and visitors can start their exploration from the parking area at Duinhoekstraat 174.

Highland cattle and Konik horses roam freely through the reserve, contributing to natural vegetation management within the dune landscape.

GPS coordinates: 51.08640,2.56080

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:45

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