Leopold Canal, Drainage canal in Flanders, Belgium.
The Leopold Canal extends 46 kilometers from Boekhoute to the North Sea near the Port of Zeebrugge, with depths varying between 1.2 and 2.3 meters.
Construction of the canal began in 1847 following Canon Joseph Andries' proposal to prevent Dutch interference with water discharge after Belgium gained independence.
Local residents of West Flanders refer to the canal as Leopoldvaart and Blienker, names that reflect the regional linguistic heritage of the area.
The canal system manages water flow across 400 square kilometers of land, supporting agricultural activities and preventing flooding in the surrounding communities.
During the Battle of the Scheldt in World War II, the canal formed a defensive line where German forces established their resistance positions.
Location: Flanders
Elevation above the sea: 2 m
GPS coordinates: 51.26447,3.63836
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:40
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