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Parking in Knokke-Heist

Discover practical tips for smart and affordable parking in Knokke-Heist. Save time and money with our handy advice. Read all options here and reserve.

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Highlights in Knokke-Heist

  • The beach
  • Knokke Casino
  • Zwim Nature Park
  • Zegemeer Lake
  • For Freedom Museum
  • The sea promenade
  • Shopping on Lippensaan
  • Lichttorenplein square
  • Lakeside Paradise
  • Beach bars

Parking in Knokke-Heist

Planning a visit to Knokke-Heist by car? Then it’s important to understand the local parking rules. The town is divided into several zones, each with its own rates and conditions. The guide below gives a clear overview so you can park stress-free during your visit.

Free parking in Knokke-Heist

In Knokke, there are several opportunities for free parking, depending on the zone, time of day, and location.

At Shop & Go spots, you can park free for 30 minutes – perfect for quick errands. No ticket is needed; sensors track your stay. Exceed the time limit and you’ll receive an €80 fine per day. These spots are marked by a Shop & Go sign and red road markings.

In the red and orange zones, parking is free daily from 7 pm to 11 am. In the green zone, parking is free on school days from 11 am to 7 pm.

In the blue zone, you can park for free from 7 pm to 11 am on school days. This does not apply to church, sports centre, or culture centre car parks. Don’t forget your parking disc – even when parking is free, the usual rules still apply.

If you’re willing to walk a bit further, you can park for free all day in these areas:

  • South of the Izabellavaart, near Heistlaan, Westkapellestraat, Natiënlaan, and Kalfstraat
  • East of Zwinlaan, Bronlaan, and Paulusstraat, where quiet residential streets allow parking without a ticket or disc

Paid parking: zones and tariffs

Paid parking in Knokke-Heist applies between 11 am and 7 pm. The town uses three zones, each with its own rates and maximum parking duration:

  • Red zone: €2.50 for the first hour, €3.50 for the second hour. Maximum stay: 2 hours.
  • Orange zone: €2.50 per hour. Maximum stay: 4 hours.
  • Green zone: €2.30 per hour or €12.50 for a full day. All-day parking is allowed. This zone is only paid on weekends, school holidays, and public holidays.

Note: If you overstay or forget to pay, you’ll receive a €40 fine. In the red and orange zones, this applies per half-day (11 am–3 pm or 3 pm–7 pm). In the green zone, the fine applies per full day.

Check the online map via: https://kaart.parkeren.be/knokke-heist/

Car parks and garages in Knokke-Heist

If you’re staying longer in the centre, the best option is one of the underground car parks. They’re modern, easy to access, and within walking distance of shops, cafés, and the beach – ideal during busy weekends or holidays.

There are currently three central underground car parks:

  • Parking Lippenslaan – Verweeplein 1, 8300 Knokke-Heist
  • Parking Ijzerpark – Dumortierlaan 90A, 8300 Knokke-Heist
  • Parking Minigolf Zoute – Sparrendreef 103, 8300 Knokke-Heist

These car parks are safe, well-lit, and accessible 24/7. No ticket display is needed – most use number plate recognition or digital registration.

SparkSpot: a smart alternative during peak times

When traditional parking is full, SparkSpot offers a smart alternative. Through our platform, you can easily rent private parking spots from local residents. These may include covered garages, driveways, or EV-only spaces.

SparkSpot combines ease of use with sustainability – perfect during holidays or weekends when public parking is full. Local residents can also list their own space through the platform.

Parking for disabled persons

Have a valid disabled parking badge? Then special rules apply in Knokke-Heist:

  • In the blue zone, you can park for free and without time limits – either in dedicated spaces or general spots. No parking disc needed, as long as your badge is clearly visible.
  • In paid zones (red, orange, or green), you don’t park for free, but you do pay reduced rates: half-day rate equals 1 hour, full-day rate equals 2 hours.

How to pay

You can pay in two ways:

  • At the parking machine, using the special button for badge holders
  • Through the 4411 app with zone codes:
    • Green zone: KH22,
    • Red zone: KH33,
    • Orange zone: KH44

Work permits and parking passes

Do you work in or commute to Knokke-Heist? Then you may qualify for a discounted parking permit. There are two types:

  • WORK: valid in green and blue zones, and on school days in the orange zone
  • WORK+: valid in green, blue, and orange zones

Rates vary from €30 per month to €330 per year, depending on type and duration. Apply via the Knokke-Heist e-desk – once approved, your permit is activated digitally right away.

Fines and penalties

If you don’t pay or overstay, you risk a fine. In Knokke-Heist, fines are €40 per half-day in red and orange zones (11 am–3 pm / 3 pm–7 pm). In the green zone, a fixed €40 daily fine applies.

At Shop & Go spots or EV charge points, fines rise to €80 per day if you stay too long or park incorrectly.

Practical info and contact

Got questions about parking in Knokke-Heist? Visit the Parkingshop Knokke-Heist at Gemeenteplein 22, where you can:

  • Get information about the parking plan
  • Pay a fine directly
  • Apply for or collect a parking permit
  • Lodge complaints about parking

Conclusion

Parking in Knokke-Heist requires some attention, but with the right preparation, it’s hassle-free.

Use the blue zone, park for free at the right times, or explore SparkSpot as a smart alternative.

Always check which zone you’re in to avoid unnecessary fines and make your visit relaxed and enjoyable.