De Poolreiziger

De Poolreiziger

Exactly 110 years after Adrien de Gerlache's legendary Antarctic expedition, the Nieuwpoort-born polar explorer Dirk 'Dixie' Dansercoer repeated this journey in 2007.

Freddy Capon's work of art, which is six metres high and three metres wide, was unveiled on 16 September 2007 on the occasion of the departure from Nieuwpoort.

De Poolreiziger depicts loneliness, being alone and the vastness of the universe. The figure on top of the artwork represents the polar traveller Dansercoer himself. The imagined road he traverses on his skis, alone with his thoughts and feelings, stretches towards the sky. The circles symbolise the North Pole and South Pole.

Around destination: 46km

Plopsaland De Panne

In this theme park on the Belgian coast you step into the wonderful world of Studio 100. Mega Mindy, Bumba and many others are eager to make your day unforgettable!

Around destination: 35km

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.

Around destination: 34km

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.

Around destination: 30km

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!

Around destination: 32km

Westgolf

Within walking distance of our residence in Westende and just a short drive from our residence in Nieuwpoort is Westgolf, a charming and lively club with a 9-hole course. This course is suitable for players of all levels.

Around destination: 48km

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.