Where history and nature meet!
The provincial domain in ostend invites you to travel back in time to learn about the residents and the past all while admiring nature.
In Raversyde you can immerse yourself in two world wars. Visit the recently renovated Battery Aachen, with bunkers from World War I. Or go exploring in Battery Saltzwedel Neu, a bunker complex from World War II. If you want to know more about life in the medieval fishing village of Walraversijde, you can also visit ANNO 1465. There are activities for young and old. It is bound to be a fascinating mix of heritage and culture.
The provincial domain in ostend has 3 museums and over 60 bunkers ready to be explored! Would you believe me if I told you that it is the only piece of nature area located close to the sea? In fact the ideal location for a breath of fresh air, to unwind completely and allow all the impressions of Raversyde to settle!
Whether you like some peace and quiet, or appreciate a friendly nod from a fellow-visitor, you’ll find it all here.
Some extra information:
Provincial Domain Atlantikwall Raversyde
Nieuwpoortsesteenweg 636
B-8400 Oostende
Weekdays: Closed on Monday
ATLANTIKWALL: 10:30 – 17:00 / The last time slot starts at 15:00
ANNO 1465: 10:30 – 17:00 / The last time slot starts at 15:45
Weekends, School holidays and public holidays: open every day.
ATLANTIKWALL: 10:30 – 18:00 / The last time slot starts at 16:00
ANNO 1465: 10:30 – 18:00 / The last time slot starts at 16:45
Wheelchairs – Prams
The Aachen Battery (WW I) is accessible in a wheelchair. Bring a baby carrier for Battery Saltzwedel-neu (WW II) or ask for one at the counter.
Visitors with an auditive impairment
There are informative texts available. Download the Intro text Battery Aachen (WW I) at the bottom of this page.
Visitors with a visual impairment
Along the footpath on the Battery Aachen (WW I) there are tactile models that provide additional insight into the story of the Battery Aachen.
Guide dogs are welcome in Atlantikwall Raversyde.