Uedem, Municipality in Kleve district, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Uedem is a municipality in the Kleve district of North Rhine-Westphalia and comprises four districts: Uedem, Uedemerfeld, Keppeln, and Uedemerbruch. The area sits in flat countryside near the Dutch border, characterized by farmland and small residential areas.
The settlement originated in the 5th century when Frankish nobleman Udo founded it and was first recorded in writing in 866. Over the centuries, it gained town rights in 1359, which were later revoked in 1798 during French occupation.
The municipality maintains German traditions through local events and celebrations, while serving as a significant NATO Combined Air Operations Centre since 1993.
The area is well connected by road and offers standard services for daily needs. Visitors find a quiet rural setting here with good connections to larger towns in the region.
The municipality experienced significant changes throughout its history, from receiving town privileges in 1359 to their revocation in 1798 during French occupation.
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