Genk

Located in the eastern region of Belgium, Genk stands at an elevation of 324 meters and functions as an important industrial center in Flanders.

First documented in 1108 as Geneche, Genk developed from a Celtic settlement into a significant coal mining town between 1901 and 1987.

The C-Mine complex, established in a former coal mine, now serves as an educational and artistic center featuring galleries and performance spaces.

The municipality provides extensive public services, including waste management facilities, citizenship applications, and a network of recycling parks across the area.

With residents representing 85 different nationalities, Genk maintains a population where 24 percent of inhabitants come from diverse international backgrounds.

Location: Arrondissement of Hasselt

Capital city: Genk

Elevation above the sea: 324 m

Operator: Stad Genk

Part of: Emergency zone Limburg East, Politiezone CARMA

Shares border with: Zonhoven, Maasmechelen, Oudsbergen

Phone: +3289653600

Email: info@genk.be

Website: https://genk.be

GPS coordinates: 50.96625,5.50210

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:37