Cycling in and around Ostend

Ostend makes a great base for cyclists, with the sea on one side and flat polder land on the other.

• Along the coast: the coastal cycle route follows the promenade west via Mariakerke to Nature Park Raversyde, where dunes and wartime heritage meet.
• Hire a bike: no bike of your own? The bike hire shops on the promenade and in town will get you going in no time.
• Routes and junctions: the cycling routes and the West Flanders junction network take you deep into the countryside.
• Green spaces in and around town: the nature reserves range from city parks to the dunes near Westende.
• Prefer walking? Then take a look at our walking routes around Ostend.

Bicycle hire

Ostend has 3 bike hire shops, most of them just a stone's throw from the beach.

• On the promenade: Linda and Nico - Fun on Wheels have their rental points on the Albert I-Promenade.
• In town: you will find Mickey in the Namenstraat.
• Book ahead: in summer and during school holidays rental bikes go quickly, so reserve in advance.