Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) โ a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.
Mariakerke Beach
Located near Oostende, this beach is perfect for family outings with calm waters.
Oostende Beach
Most popular beach in Belgium, bustling with activities and accessible.
Oosteroever East Beach
Located further east in Oosteroever, quieter and ideal for those looking to avoid the crowd.
Zeebrugge Beach
A local favorite that's often overlooked, with great local restaurants and a relaxing vibe.
Oostende sits in West Flanders, Belgium and is home to 4 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index โ a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.
Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Oostende or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.
