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Hoge Blekker trailhead – View from the Hoge Blekker loop from Ter Yde

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Hoge Blekker trailhead – View from the Hoge Blekker loop from Ter Yde

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Hoge Blekker trailhead – View from the Hoge Blekker loop from Ter Yde

02:02

17.9km

60m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

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1.11 km

Hoge Blekker trailhead

Highlight • Natural Monument

Discover the highest dune in Belgium (33m) here. It is a drifting dune that owes its name to the fact that it 'blekt' (shines) in the sun and could be seen from far away by fishermen at sea.

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The Hoge Blekker, the dune that gave the domain its name, is the highest dune ridge (33 m) on the Flemish coast. Blekker or Blinkaart is the popular name for bare dune hill that reflects the sunlight (bleach or shine).

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View from the Hoge Blekker

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Welcome to De Hoge Blekker, with its 33 meters the highest dune in the entire Flemish coastal region. A striking appearance and an impressive eye-catcher. The dune used to be …

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16.1 km

Viewpoint

17.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.45 km

4.94 km

1.29 km

982 m

823 m

812 m

548 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.02 km

4.80 km

2.29 km

1.07 km

467 m

309 m

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Wednesday 1 July

24°C

14°C

20 %

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