Klein-Kuttingen, Hamlet in Gulpen-Wittem, Netherlands.
Klein-Kuttingen is a hamlet in Gulpen-Wittem located at the southernmost point of the Netherlands, situated on a low ridge between the valleys of the Terzieterbeek and Geul rivers. It consists of several traditional half-timbered houses and farms that blend into the rolling landscape.
The settlement developed from the name Cottingen, deriving its designation from residents connected to a person named Cotto. These origins reveal how this border region was historically populated and shaped.
The hamlet preserves traditional farming through its local farms, particularly the monumental square farm 't Veld with protected status. The way buildings are arranged and fields are used tells the story of a way of life that has remained relatively unchanged for generations.
The village is situated south of Epen and connects to neighboring communities through rural roads and hiking paths. Visitors should note that this is a rural area best explored on foot.
The hamlet holds the distinction of being the southernmost residential area in the Netherlands and sits directly at the Belgian border. This geographic position makes it a rare endpoint in Dutch geography.
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