Amel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Amel
Amblève (French)
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 Amel
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | |
| Community | German-speaking Community | |
| Region | Wallonia | |
| Province | Liège | |
| Arrondissement | Verviers | |
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| • Total | 125.15 km2 (48.32 sq mi) | |
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| Postal codes |
4770-4771
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| Area codes | 080 | |
| Website | www.amel.be | |
Amel is a small town in Belgium. It is located in the Walloon province of Liège. Amel is also part of the German-speaking Community of Belgium. This means that German is the main language spoken there.
As of January 1, 2013, about 5,466 people lived in Amel. The town covers an area of 125.15 square kilometers. This means there are about 44 people living in each square kilometer.
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Villages in Amel
Amel is made up of eighteen smaller villages. These villages include:
- Amel (the main village)
- Born
- Deidenberg
- Eibertingen
- Halenfeld
- Heppenbach
- Hepscheid
- Herresbach
- Iveldingen
- Medell
- Meyerode
- Mirfeld
- Möderscheid
- Montenau
- Schoppen
- Stephanshof
- Valender
- Wereth
What Does the Name "Amel" Mean?
The name Amel comes from an old Celtic word. It means "water." The Amblève River flows right through the town. In German, this river is also called Amel.
Famous People from Amel
Amel is the birthplace of Karl-Heinz Lambertz. He used to be a very important leader in the German-speaking community of Belgium. He was like the "Minister-President" of the community.
History of Amel
Amel has a long and interesting history. It has been the site of important events.
Early Battles
In the year 716, a big fight called the Battle of Amblève happened near Amel. It was between Charles Martel and his army from Austrasia, and the armies of the Frisians and Neustrians. Charles Martel won this battle. It was his first major victory.
World War II Events
Amel saw a lot of fighting during World War II. This was especially true during a big battle called the Battle of the Bulge.
On December 17, 1944, a very sad event happened in the village of Wereth. This event is known as the Wereth Massacre. Eleven brave soldiers from the African American 333rd Field Artillery Battalion were killed by enemy soldiers. In 1994, a special memorial was built in Wereth. It honors these eleven soldiers.
Sports in Amel
Amel has its own football club called KFC Grün-Weiß Amel. They play in a local league called the Liège Provincial League. This league is part of the Belgian football system.
Images for kids
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The Church of Saint Hubertus in Amel.
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A street view of Kircheweg from the square in front of the church.
See also
In Spanish: Amel para niños
