Horseback shrimp fishermen of the North Sea - Belgium
Witness the rhythm of the North Sea, where tradition meets the tides in a living Belgian heritage.
HORSEBACK SHRIMP FISHING
On the shallow waters of Oostduinkerke, fishermen ride their horses into the North Sea, nets trailing behind them in the surf. This centuries-old practice, recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage, is both work and ritual.
The relationship between fisherman, horse, and sea is precise, built on timing, experience, and respect for nature. The photographer finds in these moments a story of endurance, skill, and quiet poetry — a living tradition against a constantly changing seascape.
Every image captures the movement of water, the weight of nets, and the rhythm of the horses’ hooves, preserving a practice both timeless and fleeting.
