The Torture Museum
Discover the Torture Museum, where an uncomfortable chair and numerous other torture devices take you back to a dark past. What is now a fascinating museum was once an 11th-century prison. In the cellar, you can experience what it felt like to be a ‘criminal’ in a time of injustice and harsh punishments. The lifelike wax figures offer a powerful insight into the suffer
Nature preserve ‘De IJzermonding’
In this beautiful nature reserve, a unique phenomenon happens.’De IJzer’ is the only Belgian river that flows directly into the North Sea.
Children’s farm ‘De Lenspolder’
In this children’s farm, kids can come into contact with the real farm life. They can discover agricultural products and also process them themselves.
The Rotunda
Whether you’re crazy about architecture or not, you cannot leave Westende without visiting the Grand Hôtel Belle Vue, AKA The Rotunda; thé city’s icon!
Bellewaerde
Looking for a fun activity for the whole family? Bellewaerde is the place to be! It’s not only a themepark but you can also visit a lot of beautiful animals.
Heritage walk
Take in some culture and architecture while you inhale a sea breeze and carefully work on your condition… That’s possible in Westende!





