Druten, Municipality in Gelderland, Netherlands
Druten is a municipality in the province of Gelderland, located in the eastern part of the Land van Maas en Waal region in the Netherlands. The area consists of flat land with meadows and waterways that shape its landscape character.
Druten took shape through administrative reorganizations in Dutch history. The Church of the Two Ewalds, designed by architect Pierre Cuypers in the 19th century, stands as a significant religious landmark in the area.
The municipality maintains several educational centers across its territory, reflecting different levels from primary schools to advanced learning institutions.
As a residential area with villages and open land, Druten is well connected by local roads and bicycle paths, typical of Dutch infrastructure. Access to shops and services is distributed through small local centers across the municipality.
The population of Druten has grown from 15,884 residents in 1995 to 19,590 in 2024, marking a 23 percent increase over three decades.
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