Lakes & swim
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No photo yetBlaarmeersen (dog beach)
A large sports and recreation park by the Watersportbaan with a lake, sandy beach, trails and sports grounds on the west side of Ghent.
Off-leash areaSwim access
Free
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Trails · Mariakerke
Bourgoyen-Ossemeersen
A 230-hectare nature reserve of wet grasslands, ditches and streams on Ghent's western edge, with marked trails and bird hides.
Why it made the list
A peaceful, flat wetland walk rich in birdlife, ideal for a calm leashed outing away from the city.
Good to know before you go
Dogs are welcome on leash on the marked trails and must be kept under control near nesting areas; listed on the official Stad Gent greenery page. Hours were not published in the material reviewed.
Practical notes
- Wear waterproof shoes in wet weather.
- Keep dogs close to protect nesting birds.
What is available on site
- Shaded seating
House rules and verification
The pet policy above is summarised from the venue’s own published information and cross-checked against public listings. Last checked: against the source on . Policies change without notice anyway, so confirm the current one with the venue before you travel, and keep your dog leashed anywhere that is not a signed off-leash area. Read the full disclaimer.
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