Le Boat Destinations – BELGIUM

Known for its wonderful chocolates and gourmet cuisine, the Flanders region of coastal Belgium is rich in culture and natural beauty – windmills, meadows, marshes, sandy beaches and bustling cities replete with Gothic architectural grandeur. Evidence of the past is everywhere on canal boat holidays in Flanders whilst you encounter one looming castle after another.

Belguim boating holidays are perfect for those interested in history, heritage, swimming, gastronomy or looking for a family friendly adventure.

LOCKS:

Lock keepers and bridge tenders operate all locks and lift bridges, the fee has been paid by Le Boat.

Opening hours: Locks in Belgium are open 08:00-18:00 (6:00 p.m.) – see details below and 10.00-18.00 on Sundays/bank holidays

 Lock Closure dates: Please be aware of the lock closure dates by local authorities. During that day(s) / time(s), you won’t be able to go through the locks. For more details and questions, please contact us.

 1. All waterways: All Locks/Bridges closed on EASTER Sunday.

 2.Notes about Brugge: Monday to Saturday all bridges of Brugge are closed between 7h30-8h30 and 16h30-17h30. On Wednesdays: 11h50 to 12h30 as well. Locks in Bruges are also closed on Sundays in April and October.  3.Between Bruges & Nieuwpoort, On the Kanaal Plassendale, locks are opened at fixed hours: Direction Nieuwpoort > Oudenburg: Locks open at 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm & 5pm. Direction Oudenburg > Nieuwpoort: Locks open at 10am, 12am, 2pm, 4pm & 6pm. Pass through locks/bridges in flotilla.

 Important Notes: If you are cruising in the area of the North of France (3 weeks or more) you will be required to buy a “pass” to go through the locks. Pass cost : around 200 Euros

In and around Bruges:  no service on Sundays in April and October.

MOORINGS:

If you are going to visit Bruges, follow the Ring Canal around the outskirts of the city, and moor safely in La Coupure, a canal inlet protected by a barrier that is lifted by the harbour master. There are mooring fees (approximately 10 euros per night). Moorings are plentiful in Belgium.

Other Le Boat Destinations:

FRANCE | NETHERLANDS | ITALY | IRELAND | ENGLAND | GERMANY | CANADA | SCOTLAND