No beach bars expected during Easter holiday in Knokke-Heist: "We were already afraid of that"

During the Easter holiday, it is highly unlikely that beach bars will open in Knokke-Heist due to the withdrawal of all 25 beach concessions by the municipal government. Following a suspension by the Council of State, the municipality is reassessing the candidates and their applications, which complicates the timeline for opening. Each beach bar will require a new environmental permit, making it nearly impossible to be operational by Easter. Stakeholders express concern but remain hopeful for a resolution, preferring a delayed opening with certainty over ongoing uncertainty.