Lokeren, Administrative city in East Flanders, Belgium
Lokeren is a city in East Flanders located near the Durme river, with residential neighborhoods interspersed among farmland. The municipality encompasses several districts that have grown around the river valley.
Written records of Lokeren first appear in 1114, while archaeological finds show Neolithic settlements and Roman activity along the Durme. This long history of habitation reflects the river valley's importance across different periods.
The Lokerse Feesten music festival brings performances and stages to the city center every August, drawing crowds from across the region. This annual event shapes how locals and visitors gather to experience music and arts together.
The central train station offers direct connections to major Belgian cities, making public transport convenient for arrival and departure. The E17 motorway provides quick highway access for those traveling by car from surrounding areas.
Locals are nicknamed 'Rapenfretters' due to the historical cultivation and eating of turnips in the region. This food tradition remains woven into local identity and appears in traditional dishes.
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