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Ooestende

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October 4th 2014
4thOctober Dunkerque to Ooestende 27nm On to Belgium today. Funny to be going to different countries after just a few hours sailing!! Had to go through 2 locks and opening bridges before we got into the marina here, but once in, we’re right in the middle of town. A lovely little town. Funny as there’s a beautiful church...with a show ride right in front. There is like show rides and ... read more

Europe » Belgium

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Belgium became independent from the Netherlands in 1830 and was occupied by Germany during World Wars I and II. It has prospered in the past half century as a modern, technologically advanced European state and member of NATO and the EU. Tensions bet... ... read more