's-Gravendeel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
's-Gravendeel
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Village
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Dutch Reformed church
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 's-Gravendeel
Location in South Holland
's-Gravendeel
Location in Netherlands
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| Country | Netherlands |
| Province | South Holland |
| Municipality | Hoeksche Waard |
| Area | |
| • Total | 20.70 km2 (7.99 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 0.2 m (0.7 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,000 |
| • Density | 435/km2 (1,130/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
3295
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| Dialing code | 0186 |
's-Gravendeel is a charming village located in the western Netherlands. It is found in the province of South Holland. The village sits on the eastern side of Hoeksche Waard Island, right by the Dordtsche Kil river. You can reach the city of Dordrecht from 's-Gravendeel through the Kil Tunnel.
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History of 's-Gravendeel
How the Village Started
The name 's-Gravendeel was first written down in 1645. It means "settlement of the Count (of Holland)". The village was created after a new polder called Nieuw-Bonaventura was drained in 1593. A polder is a piece of land that used to be under water but was made dry for farming or building.
Ownership and Growth
For a long time, 's-Gravendeel belonged to the States of Holland, which was like the government of the area back then. In 1731, the village was sold to the city of Dordrecht. 's-Gravendeel became an important center for the flax industry. Flax is a plant used to make linen fabric and other products.
Village Life Through the Years
In 1840, about 928 people lived in 's-Gravendeel. The village was hit by a very big flood in 1953, known as the North Sea flood of 1953. This event caused a lot of damage across the region. In 1970, the old harbor was filled in, and a new, modern harbor was built on the Dordtsche Kil river.
Changes in Local Government
's-Gravendeel used to be its own municipality. But on January 1, 2007, it joined with another municipality called Binnenmaas. Then, on January 1, 2019, it became part of an even newer and larger municipality called Hoeksche Waard.
Important Buildings
The Dutch Reformed Church
The Dutch Reformed church in 's-Gravendeel is a special building. It was built in 1905. The church has a "cruciform" shape, which means it looks like a cross from above. The original church from 1637 had burned down. The church's tower was damaged during World War II in 1945 but was rebuilt in 1951.
Images for kids
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Windmill: korenmolen het Vliegend Hert
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Reformed church in 's-Gravendeel with its notable church moat
