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Oostduinkerkse garnaalvissers te paard openen seizoen: Leuk om weer op zee te zijn

The Ostend horseback fishermen have opened their season, and the beautiful weather attracted many visitors. The fishermen take their horses out to sea for about 20 minutes and let their net drag on the seabed to catch mussels. They are excited to show off their activity again after a long winter. The tradition of horseback fishing has been around for over 500 years and is believed to have originated from catching seaweed with animals. For the fishermen, it's a great way to relax while showing people the skill they've mastered.
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