Lommel

Lommel is a municipality in Belgium featuring forests, heathlands, and former sand quarries spread across its landscape. The terrain reflects both natural habitats and remnants of past extraction activities.

The discovery of quartz sand deposits in the mid-1800s sparked rapid industrial growth, transforming the area into a glass manufacturing center. This development led to the opening of numerous quarries and reshaped the regional economy.

The GlazenHuis museum displays international glass art beneath a distinctive glass cone, linking the town to its role as a former glass production hub. You can observe how the local glass industry shaped the area's creative character.

The commercial center De Singel serves as a major shopping destination and makes the town the third largest retail hub in Belgian Limburg. The area attracts visitors from surrounding communities, especially during weekends.

The Lommel Sahara, a former sand quarry, transformed into a lake with sapphire-blue waters ringed by sand dunes and pine forests. This striking contrast between past extraction and present nature draws many visitors to explore the trails.

Location: Arrondissement of Maaseik

Capital city: Lommel

Elevation above the sea: 48 m

Operator: Stad Lommel

Part of: Politiezone Lommel, Emergency rescue zone North Limburg

Shares border with: Mol

Phone: +3211399799

Email: info@lommel.be

Website: https://lommel.be

GPS coordinates: 51.23333,5.31667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:31