West Betuwe

West Betuwe is a municipality in the Dutch province of Gelderland formed from the merger of three former communities. The area includes several towns and villages centered around Geldermalsen, with agricultural land and waterways interspersed throughout.

The municipality was created on January 1, 2019, when three separate towns—Geldermalsen, Neerijnen, and Lingewaal—merged under one administration. This consolidation brought together communities with their own earlier histories into a single governance system.

The region has deep roots in apple growing and dairy farming, with orchards and farmland shaping how people live and work here. Local traditions revolve around these agricultural practices and the seasonal rhythms they bring.

Spring and early summer offer pleasant conditions for walking or cycling through the countryside and orchards. A bicycle is the best way to navigate the area, as a network of cycling paths connects towns and rural areas throughout the municipality.

The Waal River marks the southern boundary and the Linge flows through the territory, with both waterways serving as natural corridors for goods and people. These rivers have shaped settlement patterns and trade connections throughout the area's history.

Location: Gelderland

Inception: January 1, 2019

Email: gemeente@westbetuwe.nl

Website: https://westbetuwe.nl

GPS coordinates: 51.88333,5.28333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:30