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Viewpoint · De Haan, Flandres Ocidental
Spioenkop (Wenduine)
A high dune in Wenduine, the De Haan hamlet northeast of the centre, with a pavilion on top and views of the sea, the beach and the coast.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Spioenkop (Wenduine)
The Spioenkop is a high dune on the shore of Wenduine, a village that is part of the De Haan municipality, about 4 km northeast of the centre. The name comes from a battle in the Boer War in South Africa at the start of the 20th century, which gave its name to several hills in Europe.
At the top of the dune there is a pavilion, and the view opens onto the North Sea, the beach, Wenduine's promenade and, on clear days, the coast as far as Blankenberge and Ostende.
Wenduine has the pace of a seaside village, with the seafront promenade, the windmill and the old water tower, a tower that has become a landmark in the landscape.
The Spioenkop pairs well with a walk along the beach from De Haan, returning by tram.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About 30 minutes to climb and see the view; more time to stroll in Wenduine.
Best time
In the late afternoon, with the sun low over the sea.
How to get there
It is on the Wenduine seafront, near the Kusttram stops at Wenduine, about 4 km from De Haan centre.
Tip
Walk along the beach from De Haan to Wenduine and return by tram.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Spioenkop (Wenduine)
Where does the name Spioenkop come from?
From a battle of the Boer War in South Africa in the early 20th century, which gave its name to several hills in Europe.
What can you see from the top?
The North Sea, the beach, the Wenduine promenade, and the coastline.
Is Wenduine another town?
No. It's a village that is part of the municipality of De Haan.