Oosteeklo

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Oosteeklo is a historic village in the Flemish province of East Flanders, Belgium, which since 1977 has been a subdivision of the municipality of Assenede. The village is situated 9 km east of Eeklo and 17 km north of Ghent, about 9 km from the border with the Netherlands, and lies approximately 9 metres above sea-level. ()

Alternative names: Population: 2.7 thous. (2020)Area: 6.29 mi²Coordinates: 51°11'29"N, 3°41'16"E

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Koning Albertstraat 7Assenede 9968 VlaanderenBelgium

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+32 473 74 86 02

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Oosteeklo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ter Leyen Castle, Ghent–Terneuzen Canal, Leopold Canal, Streekcentrum Huysmanshoeve.

4.7 miN
Forts and castles
Ter Leyen Castle
121 min walk • Ter Leyen Castle is a castle in Boekhoute Belgium.
5.1 miSE
Canal
Ghent–Terneuzen Canal
131 min walk • The Ghent–Terneuzen Canal, also known as the "Sea Canal" is a canal linking Ghent in Belgium to the port of Terneuzen on the Westerschelde Estuary in the Netherlands, thereby providing the former with better access to the sea.
5.5 miNW
Canal
Leopold Canal
140 min walk • The Leopold Canal is a canal in northern Belgium. Construction occurred between 1847 and 1850 after the Belgian government granted permission in 1846. It runs about 40 km westward from Boekhoute to Heist-aan-Zee just south of the Dutch border. It is between 1.2 and 2.3 m deep.
4.9 miW
51°12'8"N • 3°34'34"E
Streekcentrum Huysmanshoeve, Eeklo
125 min walk • Farm, Park
3.7 miNE
Locality
Assenede
95 min walk • One of the most iconic landmarks in Assenede is the Hoge Wal Park, a sprawling green space that offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can take leisurely strolls along the park's winding pathways, or simply relax and soak in the serene...
5.4 miE
Locality
Zelzate
138 min walk • One of the most iconic landmarks in Zelzate is the Lock of Zelzate, a historic lock complex that connects the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal and the Ghent-Terneuzen Canal. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the canals and admire the beautiful scenery, or take a boat...
7.5 miSW
Locality
Zomergem
191 min walk • Zomergem is a former municipality located in the Flanders and in the province of East Flanders, in Belgium. The municipality comprises the towns of Oostwinkel, Ronsele and Zomergem proper. On January 1, 2006, Zomergem had a total population of 8,011.
3.5 miNW
Locality
Kaprijke
90 min walk • Kaprijke is a municipality in the Belgian province of East Flanders. The municipality comprises the towns of Kaprijke proper and Lembeke. On January 1, 2006, Kaprijke had a total population of 6,128. The total area is 33.71 square kilometres which gives a population density of 182 inhabitants per square kilometre.
4.2 miSW
Locality
Waarschoot
109 min walk • One of the highlights of Waarschoot is the stunning countryside that surrounds the town. Visitors can take leisurely strolls along the winding country roads, surrounded by lush green fields and quaint farmhouses. The peaceful and serene atmosphere of the countryside...