Oudenaarde

The riverside city of Oudenaarde sits along the Scheldt River and contains thirteen merged communities, including Bevere, Eine, and Ename.

The settlement originated in 974 when Otto II, Holy Roman Emperor, constructed fortifications on the Scheldt River to protect against Viking invasions.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site town hall, built between 1526 and 1537, exhibits a collection of locally produced medieval tapestries.

The municipality operates several cultural centers, sports facilities, and educational institutions, serving approximately 31,000 residents across its territory.

The Liefmans Brewery produces Oud Bruin, a traditional Belgian beer that requires extended aging periods to develop specific sour notes.

Location: Arrondissement of Oudenaarde

Inception: January 1, 1977

Capital city: Oudenaarde

Operator: Stad Oudenaarde

Part of: East Flanders, Emergency zone Flemish Ardennes, Politiezone Vlaamse Ardennen

Shares border with: Kruishoutem, Maarkedal, Zwalm

Address: 9700 Oudenaarde, Belgium 9700 Oudenaarde

Phone: +3255314601

Email: info@oudenaarde.be

Website: https://oudenaarde.be

GPS coordinates: 50.85000,3.60000

Latest update: August 25, 2025 13:49