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| Where Was High Tides Season 3 Filmed? Inside the Belgian Locations Behind Netflix’s Final Chapter. (Credits: Netflix) |
Netflix’s High Tides Season 3 leans heavily on atmosphere, and its Belgian backdrop does much of the storytelling. While the production kept several exact spots under wraps to avoid disruption during filming, enough has surfaced to map out the series’ core locations — and they speak directly to the show’s themes of privilege, secrecy, and fractured relationships.
Set once again around the affluent coastal stretch of Knokke, the third and final season reunites Pommelien Thijs, Willem De Schryver, Eliyha Altena, Anna Drijver, and Ayana Doucouré, with Daan Schuurmans and Nola Elvis Kemper joining the ensemble. The story follows Louise’s return after months away, only to find a town — and its people — quietly unravelling.
Knokke remains the production’s anchor point, doubling as both setting and character.
This upscale seaside resort in Belgium is known for its pristine beaches, private villas, designer boutiques, and discreet nightlife.
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The series uses these elements with intent: wide coastal shots underline emotional distance, while tightly framed villa interiors reinforce the suffocating dynamics between characters.
The beach clubs and marina areas, often associated with leisure and exclusivity, are repurposed here to reflect tension beneath polished surfaces..
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Beyond Knokke, the production briefly shifts inland to Antwerp, adding contrast to the coastal narrative. Brabo’s Monument, located in Antwerp’s historic Grote Markt, features in a short but visually striking sequence.
The statue, surrounded by ornate guild houses and cobbled streets, introduces a sense of heritage and permanence — a quiet counterpoint to the instability unfolding among the characters.
Its presence is less about plot and more about tone, grounding the story in a broader cultural landscape.
Antwerpen-Centraal station also appears, chosen for its grand architectural style. Frequently cited as one of Europe’s most visually impressive train stations, its layered design — from vast iron arches to intricate stone detailing — lends itself to transitional scenes.
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In the series, it becomes a space of movement and uncertainty, reinforcing the idea that characters are constantly arriving, leaving, or caught somewhere in between.
More coastal and urban areas are also believed to have supported filming, even if not officially confirmed. Locations around Zeebrugge’s port district likely contributed to wider establishing shots, particularly those involving maritime activity.
Meanwhile, parts of central Antwerp — including quieter residential quarters and less tourist-heavy streets — appear to have been used to build out the show’s lived-in realism without drawing attention during production.
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The decision to limit public disclosure of exact filming sites was deliberate. Productions of this scale increasingly face challenges from onlookers and overenthusiastic fans, and High Tides Season 3 took a controlled approach to maintain both privacy and workflow.
Even so, the identifiable locations already revealed offer a clear sense of place, rooted firmly in Belgium’s blend of coastal luxury and historic depth.
Audience reaction to the filming locations has been notably varied. Some viewers have praised the visual consistency, noting how Knokke’s polished aesthetic enhances the show’s narrative tension.
Others, particularly long-time followers of the series, have pointed out the subtle expansion into Antwerp as a welcome shift, adding scale without losing intimacy.
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On social platforms, there’s also been a growing interest in “set-jetting” — with fans discussing potential travel plans to visit recognisable spots, even as some remain intentionally undisclosed.
For viewers, the appeal goes beyond scenery. These locations don’t just frame the story; they shape it.
The contrast between open coastlines and enclosed urban landmarks mirrors the emotional push and pull at the heart of the series, making Belgium not just a backdrop, but a narrative device in its own right..
As High Tides closes its final chapter, interest in its filming locations is unlikely to fade.
With some sites accessible to the public and others still quietly protected, the series leaves behind both a visual legacy and a sense of intrigue. If more details emerge, they will likely deepen — rather than complete — the picture.
And if Knokke’s windswept beaches or Antwerp’s historic squares have caught your eye, the question now is simple: would you follow the trail of High Tides yourself, or leave some of its secrets where they belong?