Three stone staircases lead to the Zeedijk: the Bakkerstraattrap, the Kerkstraattrap or Leeuwetrap, and the Weststraattrap.

The Kerkstraattrap, also called Leeuwetrap, was built in 1899 (previously made of wood) and …

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July 3, 2022

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Blankenberge is the only seaside resort on the Belgian coast where the Zeedijk can be reached from the city center via stairs. Initially these were wooden stairs, but around 1850 the city council had bluestone constructions built at the end of the three main streets in the center: Weststraattrap, Bakkersstraattrap and Kerkstraattrap. Over the years, these monumental sea dyke stairs were renovated or rebuilt several times. The current Bakkersstraattrap dates from 1899, the Kerkstraattrap from 1900, while the current Weststraattrap is a construction from 1923.

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January 15, 2023

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During the Christmas season, the staircase is decorated with fairy lights and represents a beautiful gateway to the city center.

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1. Wenduine-Harendijk Viewpoint – Wenduine Roundabout loop from Blankenberge

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2. De Fonteintjes Viewpoint – Zeebrugge Beach loop from Blankenberge

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3. De Haan Beach – Belgium Pier, Blankenberge loop from De Haan

27.1km

06:53

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Blankenberge, Bruges, West Flanders, Flanders, Belgium

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Kerkstraattrap (Leeuwetrap) – Lion Staircase Blankenberge

1. Wenduine-Harendijk Viewpoint – Wenduine Roundabout loop from Blankenberge

2. De Fonteintjes Viewpoint – Zeebrugge Beach loop from Blankenberge

3. De Haan Beach – Belgium Pier, Blankenberge loop from De Haan

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