Dendermonde, Fortified city in East Flanders, Belgium
Dendermonde is a fortified city in East Flanders located where the Dender and Scheldt rivers meet. It comprises eight districts and features a historic center with medieval monuments and a UNESCO-listed town hall.
The city received its charter in 1233 and became a textile manufacturing hub during the Middle Ages. Defensive walls, churches, and chapels were built during this period, shaping the character of the settlement.
The central market square is framed by guild houses and the baroque church of St. Norbertus, which tell the story of the city's craft traditions. Visitors can see how these buildings reflect the trades and artisan communities that shaped daily life here.
The city is well served by train connections to Brussels, Ghent, and Antwerp from Dendermonde railway station. Most attractions are within easy walking distance of each other in the compact historic center.
Every ten years, the Ros Beiaard procession takes place with four brothers riding a giant mechanical horse through the streets and drawing thousands of spectators. This festival represents a medieval folk tradition that remains active and celebrated by the community.
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