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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
Dutch and French and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
2–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Koksijde-Bad
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Not strictly required, rounding up is common
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Garnaalkroketten (Shrimp Croquettes)
Mosselen met friet (Mussels with fries)
Belgian Waffles
Frites (Belgian Fries)
When to visit Koksijde
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, grey, quiet
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Feb35
Chilly, windy
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Mar45
Cool, breezy
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Apr60
Mild, fresh, budding
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May75
Pleasant, sunny
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Jun85
Warm, bright, lively
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Jul90
Hot, busy, vibrant
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Aug90
Warm, lively, peak
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Sept70
Mild, calm, pleasant
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Oct55
Cool, crisp, quiet
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Nov40
Chilly, damp, calm
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Dec30
Cold, festive, quiet
Things to do in Koksijde
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 7 of 7 places ·
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Shrimp Fishing on Horseback
Oostduinkerke 2.5 hrs
Witness the unique, UNESCO-recognized tradition of shrimp fishing.
Best in the evening
1 place
Enjoying Fresh Seafood
Koksijde-Bad 1.5 hrs
Savor freshly caught seafood at a local restaurant.
Any time of day
5 places
Paul Delvaux Museum
Sint-Idesbald 2 hrs
Explore the surrealist world of Belgian artist Paul Delvaux.
Ten Duinen Abbey Museum
Koksijde 1.5 hrs
Discover the rich history of the Cistercian Abbey of Ten Duinen.
Beach Promenade
Koksijde-Bad 2 hrs
Stroll along the expansive sandy beach and lively promenade.
Coastal Tram (Kusttram)
Coastline 1.5 hrs
Ride the iconic Kusttram connecting all Belgian coastal towns.
Hoge Blekker Dune
Koksijde 1.5 hrs
Climb the highest dune on the Belgian coast for panoramic views.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Koksijde
Straight-line distance from the centre of Koksijde.
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