Bénédiction de la Mer — Wenduine
Date: 25 May 2026
Location: Wenduine (West Flanders), Belgium
Organizer: Gemeente De Haan / Wenduine Parish
Bénédiction de la Mer Wenduine 2026 takes place on Whit Monday at De Rotonde beach. The annual tradition opens with Holy Mass in the Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, followed by the Sea Blessing on the beach, and a festive procession back to the church accompanied by music. Honours the sea, the fishermen, and the Holy Cross legend of the Blankenberge fishermen.
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Sailing nearby
Planning to attend? These clubs, marinas, schools and other sailing places are close to Wenduine (West Flanders) and worth a visit while you are in the area:
- Altair Sailing Experience — Yacht Clubs, Nieuwpoort, Belgium
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