The perfect weekend break in Ostend
A weekend in Ostend is the ideal way to escape the daily grind. The city combines beach, culture, great food, and vibrant nightlife in one compact package. In just two days, you can enjoy everything the queen of Belgian seaside resorts has to offer. And with a comfortable DLVX Rentals apartment as your base, your weekend becomes truly unforgettable.
Your ideal weekend itinerary
Day 1: Start with breakfast at Visserskaai with fresh fish. Walk along the promenade to Klein Strand and discover the galleries on Kapellestraat. In the afternoon, visit the Mu.ZEE art museum or the James Ensor House. Enjoy dinner at one of the top restaurants in the city center. Day 2: Start with a sunrise beach walk. Visit Fort Napoleon on the Oosteroever and finish with mussels and fries at Wapenplein.
The best restaurants for your weekend
Ostend is famous for its gastronomy, especially fish and seafood. Visserskaai is the place for fresh fish. For fine dining, visit Michelin-starred restaurants in the center. Don't forget to try local specialties: Ostend shrimp croquettes, fresh oysters, and of course Belgian waffles for dessert. On Sundays, there's an extensive fish market at the harbor.
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