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De Haan

Town · Ostend, 🇧🇪 Belgium
Population 12,635
Area 42 km²
Time zone Europe/Brussels
Official website www.dehaan.be
De Haan

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De Haan Must-Sees

De Haan is defined by its 'Concession' district, a seaside residential area preserved since 1889 with strict building codes that prevented high-rise development. This collection highlights the town's architectural heritage, featuring the historic 1902 wooden tram station and the white Spioenkop pavilion atop a 31-meter dune. The list also includes the restored 17th-century Geersensmolen in Klemskerke and the town's original 1899 municipal hall, showcasing the regional Belle Époque style.

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Regional Heritage Gems

This collection highlights the architectural and historical landmarks of De Haan and its surrounding villages. It features the Belle Époque charm of the historic tram station and coastal villas alongside the rural heritage of the Geersensmolen windmill. The list also includes significant religious sites like the Romanesque-Gothic churches of Klemskerke and Vlissegem, and the Spioenkop pavilion, a historic lookout point offering views over the North Sea dunes.

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Authentic Regional Flavors

De Haan’s historic Concession district and coastal areas host a variety of establishments specializing in Belgian and regional West Flemish cuisine. These venues range from traditional brasseries offering classic North Sea dishes to contemporary bistros focusing on seasonal local ingredients. The selection includes wheelchair-accessible locations and spots with terrace seating within the town’s distinctive Belle Époque architectural surroundings.

5 places

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: July, August

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 0°) · extremes -3°–11°
  • 3° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 7°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 0 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 1°) · extremes -2°–12°
  • 3° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 7°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 9° (feels like 4°) · extremes 0°–15°
  • 5° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 7°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in April

Fair
  • 12° (feels like 8°) · extremes 3°–19°
  • 7° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 9°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Fair
  • 15° (feels like 12°) · extremes 7°–21°
  • 10° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 12°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in June

Good
  • 19° (feels like 16°) · extremes 10°–25°
  • 13° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 16°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in July

Great
  • 20° (feels like 18°) · extremes 13°–26°
  • 16° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 18°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in August

Great
  • 21° (feels like 19°) · extremes 13°–27°
  • 16° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Light breeze
  • 19°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 19° (feels like 16°) · extremes 11°–24°
  • 14° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 18°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 15° (feels like 11°) · extremes 6°–20°
  • 11° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 15°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 11° (feels like 5°) · extremes 2°–15°
  • 7° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 12°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 8° (feels like 2°) · extremes -1°–12°
  • 4° at night
  • 17 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 1 hour of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 9°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 0 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type E
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Dutch, French, German
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+32
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Tours & Activities

Villa Elza en villa Malvina
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Tramstation De Haan
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Spioenkop

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