Winter · geese and waterbirds
Goose season runs from 15 November to 15 February. Dress warmly in windproof clothing, bring your binoculars and give yourself time to watch the birds.
Guesthouse Polderlicht · Blankenberge
Birdwatching and accommodation near the Uitkerkse Polder
Take a walk between meadows and water, pause at a bird hide, and give yourself plenty of time to look. At Guesthouse Polderlicht in Uitkerke, Blankenberge, you can spread your nature visit over several days. Come for the birds, bring your camera, or simply enjoy the open landscape.
A different polder in every season
Spring · life in the meadows
April and May are all about meadow birds. Look out for black-tailed godwits, northern lapwings and common redshanks. Stay on the marked paths and give nesting birds plenty of space.
Summer · walk at your own pace
Discover the landscape on a walk and combine the polder with a trip to the coast. Choose a spot along the way to sit for a while and take in your surroundings.
Autumn · changing light
The polder takes on different colours and the light falls lower across the meadows. It is a lovely time for a peaceful walk or landscape photography.
The birds you see vary with the season, the weather and the time of your visit.
Set out from Polderlicht
A convenient starting point for your walk is the Uitkerkse Polder Visitor Centre, Kuiperscheeweg 20 in Blankenberge. Several marked routes start there, with opportunities to watch birds along the way.
You can find the walking map on our activities page. These routes start at the visitor centre. Before setting out, check the latest visitor information and follow the directions on site.
Two days to discover the polder
Day one: first impressions
Arrive at Polderlicht and choose a first walk. Take your time at a bird hide and visit the centre when it is open. Then return to your room, with the evening still ahead of you.
Day two: look again
A different morning can bring different light and new sightings. Visit a place you enjoyed again or choose another walk. Plan around your stay and departure arrangements.
These are ideas for your own visit. The available length of stay and minimum number of nights are shown when you book.
Planning a trip for a particular bird?
The public bird hides are places where you can observe in peace. For specialist bird photography, there are also hides in the area that can be reserved separately. Book these directly with the provider.
If you are hoping to photograph a particular species, check recent sightings shortly before you leave. Birds can move around; up-to-date information can help you plan your photography visit.
Stay a little longer in the polders
Vijver, Tuin and Akker: three double rooms, also bookable together for four or six. The garden, guest kitchen and shared living area are shared with the other guests.
Upstairs, accessed by stairs
Vijver
Room
A spacious, peaceful and light-filled room on the pond side, overlooking the 7,000 m² polder garden.
Tuin
Akker
Frequently asked questions
Have a question about arrival, departure or your stay? Please coordinate with Carine in advance.