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Turnhout, Historical municipality in Flemish Region, Belgium

The administrative center of Antwerp Province spans across 56 square kilometers and features numerous public squares connected by pedestrian-friendly streets.

Turnhout received its official city rights from Henry I, Duke of Brabant in 1212, establishing itself at the intersection of major trade routes.

The medieval Saint Peter's Church and thirteenth-century Beguinage represent the architectural heritage that earned UNESCO recognition for the city.

The central train station connects Turnhout with Antwerp and Brussels through regular services, while local buses provide transportation within the municipality.

Turnhout maintains its status as a global center for playing card manufacturing through Cartamundi, the largest producer of playing cards worldwide.

Location: Arrondissement of Turnhout

Capital city: Turnhout

Elevation above the sea: 29 m

Website: https://www.turnhout.be/

Operator: Stad Turnhout

Part of: Emergency zone Taxandria, Politiezone Regio Turnhout

Shares border with: Oud-Turnhout, Kasterlee, Ravels, Vosselaar, Baarle-Hertog, Merksplas

Phone: +3214443311

Email: stad@turnhout.be

Website: https://turnhout.be

GPS coordinates: 51.31667,4.93333

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:30

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