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Monument · Blankenberge, Flandres Ocidental
Belgium Pier
Art-déco concrete pier from 1933, extending 350 metres into the North Sea from Blankenberge's promenade, successor to the iron pier of 1894, the first of that size on the European continent.
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About Belgium Pier
The Belgium Pier is the symbol of Blankenberge. The town's first pier, made of cast iron in an art nouveau style, opened in 1894 and measured 350 metres—the first of that length on the European continent. At its end there was a glass-and-metal pavilion. The structure was destroyed during the First World War.
The current concrete pier was built in 1933 to a design by architect Jules Soete, in an art déco style, keeping the same length: 350 metres out to sea. At the end sits a pavilion, which has housed a ballroom and restaurant at different times and today hosts attractions and events.
Walking to the tip of the pier is the classic Blankenberge outing: from there you can see the beach, the Zeedijk promenade, the seafront buildings and, on clear days, the coast as far as Zeebrugge.
The pavilion's use and the attractions change over time; check in advance what is open and the opening hours.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Best time
At the end of the afternoon, with the sun lowering over the sea.
How to get there
It is in the middle of the Zeedijk promenade, about a 10-minute walk from the train station.
Tip
Bring a jacket even in summer: at the end of the pier the sea wind is strong.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Belgium Pier
How long is the pier?
About 350 metres out to sea.
Is the pier old?
The current one dates from 1933, made of concrete in an Art Deco style. It replaced an iron pier from 1894 that was destroyed in the First World War.
What is at the end of the pier?
A pavilion that hosts attractions and events. Check in advance what is open.