East Flanders, Province in Flemish Region, Belgium
East Flanders extends over 3,007 square kilometers across six administrative districts, containing sixty municipalities with Ghent as its capital city.
The territory gained its current designation after Napoleon's defeat, reflecting its position in the eastern section of the historical County of Flanders.
The provincial flag depicts a black lion with red tongue and claws against white and green horizontal stripes, representing regional identity.
The province maintains strong transportation networks through its rivers, including the Scheldt and Leie, which connect at Ghent for maritime activities.
East Flanders generated a GDP of 62.123 billion euros in 2021, supported by its strategic location between major Belgian economic centers.
Location: Flemish Region
Capital city: Ghent
Operator: Provincie Oost-Vlaanderen
Shares border with: West Flanders, Zeeland, Province of Antwerp, Flemish Brabant, Hainaut
Phone: +3292678000
Email: info@oost-vlaanderen.be
Website: https://oost-vlaanderen.be
GPS coordinates: 51.00000,3.75000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 13:00
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