Beveren, Municipality in East Flanders, Belgium
Description
Beveren is a municipality in East Flanders, Belgium, that spreads across a large territory encompassing several distinct settlements. Major centers like Doel, Haasdonk, and Vrasene form part of this administrative area along with smaller communities.
History
The region underwent major changes during the 16th century when a significant flood in 1570 led authorities to destroy dams to protect Antwerp. This event shaped how the territory developed afterward.
Culture
Local celebrations feature giant puppets that have been part of community traditions for generations, reflecting how residents express their shared heritage. These events show how the municipality values its connection to regional customs and collective memory.
Practical
The N70 motorway provides direct access to surrounding areas and makes reaching the municipality straightforward. Bus services connect the various settlements within and nearby, making local travel convenient.
Did you know?
The Castle of Cortewalle showcases medieval architecture with preserved stone walls and period furnishings that reveal how buildings were constructed and lived in centuries ago. This structure offers clues about craftsmanship and building techniques from the past.
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Lago Beveren De Meerminnen
1.6 km
Cortewalle Castle
1.9 km
Hof ter Saksen
823 m
Kasteel Bosdam
1.4 km
Sint-Martinuskerk
1.6 km
Hof ter Welle
882 m
Klooster der Wilhelmieten
1.8 km
Sint-Jacobuskerk
2.2 km
Paard verdedigt veulen tegen stier
1.8 kmJeugdcentrum Togenblik
1.8 km
Gedicht in steen
803 m
Jan-Frans Van de Velde
1.9 km
Net-Steen Oost
1.2 kmHof ter Saksen Arboretum
761 mNet-Steen West
1.2 kmDageraad
1.5 kmHeilige Hartbond
2.2 kmFéminité
2.1 kmInstallation artwork, Work of art
1.9 kmSchandpaal
1.5 kmGemeentepomp
1.5 kmStanislaw Maczek
1.6 kmMonument
1.9 kmMonument
1.4 kmTweehoofdige waterpomp
1.9 kmLouis de Bergeyck
1.8 kmCatholic church building, wayside shrine, Christianity
1.7 kmKasteel Bosdam
1.4 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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