The coast is preparing for a massive crowd, now that the summer has also arrived astronomically with temperatures above 30 degrees. In Blankenberge they expect up to 50,000 extra visitors, in Middelkerke it goes up to 60,000. HLN asked three coastal mayors how they approach that crowds – and whether everyone is welcome. Jean-Marie Dedecker (73): “I just ask one thing: keep your manners.”
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Three coastal mayors are bracing themselves for the top weekend: “Come on, we’re ready!”
Bytaketonews
Jun 21, 2025