Voeren

Voeren is a municipality in eastern Belgium spread across six villages between the Netherlands and Liège Province. The landscape features rolling hills, farmland, and the Voer river valley.

The territory once belonged to the County of Dalhem and the Duchy of Limburg, experiencing transitions under Burgundian and Habsburg rule until the French occupation in 1794. Later administrative changes shifted governance from Liège Province to Limburg Province.

Residents speak Dutch, French, and Limburgish dialects, reflecting the linguistic diversity of this border area. This multilingual character shapes daily life and local traditions throughout the region.

The area is best explored by car, as the villages are connected by regional roads. Nearby cities like Tongeren and Maastricht are accessible via regional routes.

Voeren shares a unique border position with the Netherlands, creating a distinctive blend of Belgian and Dutch influences in daily life. This location has profoundly shaped local customs, language, and everyday practices.

Location: Arrondissement of Tongeren

Capital city: 's-Gravenvoeren

Elevation above the sea: 128 m

Part of: Policijska cona Voeren, Emergency zone Limburg East

Shares border with: Eijsden-Margraten, Dalhem, Aubel

Phone: +3243819940

Email: info@devoor.be

Website: https://fourons.be

GPS coordinates: 50.75000,5.78333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:03