Walenhoek

Walenhoek is a locality in , , . Walenhoek is situated nearby to the town , as well as near the locality .

Places of Interest

Highlights include De Kuifeend and Sint-Catharinakerk.

Nature reserve
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is a nature reserve.

Church
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is a church.

Nature reserve
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The dates from 1902. It is one of a ring of forts surrounding , built after the city had been identified as 's National redoubt to which the army and government could retreat and await allied intervention in the event of military attack from abroad. is situated 3 km north of Walenhoek.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Stabroek and Oorderen.

Town
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is a municipality located in the province of Antwerp. The municipality comprises the towns of Hoevenen and proper. In 2021, had a total population of 18,680.

Locality
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was a small village near the city of until 1965. It was demolished because of the extension of the Port of Antwerp. The village was first mentioned in 1116 and merged into the city of Antwerp in 1927. is situated 3½ km south of Walenhoek.

Locality
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is a locality, which is situated 4 km west of Walenhoek.

Walenhoek

Latitude
51.31667° or 51° 19′ north
Longitude
4.35° or 4° 21′ east
Elevation
4 metres (13 feet)
Open location code
9F36888X+MX
Geo­Names ID
2784177
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