Catch shrimp on horseback

Shrimping on horseback! It’s a thing. Meet up with the shrimp fishermen and try it out yourself.

This area is known for its super fresh yummy shrimp for a reason. Ever seen people fishing on horseback before? Well, now you will. Head along to the beach to this unique sight.

How it works

How does shrimp fishing on horseback work? Well, they basically walk the horses into the sea with a net behind them. When they come out of the sea, they look at the net and collect the shrimps. Turns out shrimp fishing has been a thing here since at least the 1500s.

Try it out!

Want to actually try fishing on horseback yourself? Book yourself and the kids in for a sea class. This activity is always a winner with families. Meet up with the shrimp fishermen in the heart of Oostduinkerke, just a short drive away from Nieuwpoort. The class is 45 minutes long. You get a talk on the fishing process and meet the horses, plus you get to try out the shrimp! If you’re planning a trip on the beach for the whole family, shrimp fishing needs to be on your itinerary.