Uitkerkse Polder

The Uitkerkse Polder spans 1400 hectares of wetlands and grasslands between the municipalities of Blankenberge, De Haan, and Zuienkerke along the Flemish coast.

The area received official protection status in 1997 as part of the European Natura 2000 network to preserve its ecological value and native species.

The reserve maintains traditional land management practices through controlled grazing, which helps preserve the natural meadow landscape and supports local agricultural heritage.

Visitors can access the reserve Tuesday through Saturday from 13:30 to 17:30 and Sundays from 10:00 to 17:30, with guided walks starting from the visitor center.

The salt meadows provide winter habitat for ninety percent of the Svalbard population of pink-footed geese, making it a critical stopover in their migration pattern.

Location: Blankenberge

Location: De Haan

Location: Zuienkerke

Inception: 1997

Operator: Natuurpunt

Part of: Natura 2000

Address: Kuiperscheeweg 20, 8370 Blankenberge, Belgium

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 13:30-17:30; Sunday 10:00-17:30

Phone: +3250429040

Website: http://uitkerkse-polder.be

GPS coordinates: 51.29580,3.12111

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:47