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From the 10th century onwards, a Romanesque church stood here. This church had fallen into very poor condition, and in 1802 it was renovated to serve as a parish church after the French Revolution. By 1862, only the nave remained, and it was decided to demolish the old church. In 1872, the foundation stone of a new church was laid on top of a dune. It was a Neo-Gothic church building. In 1940, this church was largely destroyed. Consequently, worshippers had to worship in a temporary church, and reconstruction began in 1949. Construction was interrupted by bankruptcy, but resumed in 1955. The church was consecrated in 1958. The church has a tower attached to the front, which also housed a clock in 1988. The stained-glass windows in the choir depict the life of Saint Vincent de Paul. Source: Wikipedia

This monument commemorates the residents of Ghyvelde who died in the First and Second World Wars. The monument stands on the square in front of the church. Atop the column is a sculpture: at the front, a soldier with a rifle and a flag in his hand. Behind him is the statue of a victorious woman holding a laurel wreath above the flag. Below that, a cross in relief: "1914 – 1918" "To the children of Ghyvelde who died for France" On the plinth are several memorial plaques: "To the fighters Tunisia – Morocco – Algeria * Indochina 1952-1962 1946-1954" Below that, a plaque listing the victims of the First World War, arranged by year. The names continue on the right side of the plinth. 1914: 15 names 1915: 14 names 1916: 14 names 1917: 7 names (right) 1918: 12 names At the bottom, a plaque with 27 names, indicating their regiment, various nationalities (including Canadians). "Ghyvelde was liberated on September 15, 1944" On the left side of the plinth : "Civilian Casualties" 1914: 4 names 1917: 1 name "Tribute to the Canadian Soldiers" 1944 "War 1939-1945 Military Casualties": 9 names Source: https://www.tracesofwar.nl/sights/5847/Oorlogsmonument-Ghyvelde.htm

A magnificent viewpoint on the edge of the nature reserve. Climb this platform and be tempted to dive into the dunes. Hiking trails lead you through an oasis of tranquility.

This cafe is also popularly called Crockes. Definitely worth stopping for its delicious home made picon.

This catering establishment was already closed on a Sunday.

Only from a distance, closed on Mondays.

Rolling track along the dunes but these are protected by barriers, you cannot enter them by bike.

Discover the walls decorated with unique calendars in this quaint and authentic border café. Taste local beers such as Oyenkerke, Zeedust, Zeevonk and many more. In the summer you can eat a piece of Pannekaas with it, a delicious farm cheese matured in Pier Kloeffe beer. The highlight is the warm annual border festival! Don't forget to say hello to the two charming geese. The best-selling product here is homemade picon, and not without reason! "Is your bottle dry? Try our homemade picon (from Rita)!" is the slogan that welcomes you to this unique café.