Anhée facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Anhée
Anhêye (Walloon)
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 Anhée
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | French Community | ||
| Region | Wallonia | ||
| Province | Namur | ||
| Arrondissement | Dinant | ||
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| • Total | 65.67 km2 (25.36 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
5537
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| Area codes | 082 | ||
| Website | www.anhee.be | ||
Anhée (pronounced ahn-AY) is a lovely municipality in the Wallonia region of Belgium. It is located in the province of Namur. A municipality is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small district.
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Discovering Anhée
Anhée is a beautiful place with a rich history and interesting sights. It is known for its charming villages and peaceful countryside.
Where is Anhée?
Anhée is found in the southern part of Belgium. It is part of the larger Namur province. This area is known for its green landscapes and the Meuse River, which flows nearby.
People and Area
In 2006, about 6,934 people lived in Anhée. The total area of Anhée is about 65.67 square kilometers. This means there were about 106 people living in each square kilometer.
Villages of Anhée
The municipality of Anhée is made up of several smaller villages. Each village has its own unique character. These villages include:
- Anhée
- Annevoie-Rouillon
- Bioul
- Denée
- Haut-le-Wastia
- Sosoye
- Warnant
Famous Places to Visit
Anhée and its villages are home to some interesting landmarks.
Vaxelaire Castle
In the village of Bioul, you can find the impressive Vaxelaire Castle. This historic building is also known as Château Vaxelaire. It is a beautiful example of old architecture.
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Maredsous and Maredret Abbeys
Near the village of Denée, there are two famous abbeys. An abbey is a building where monks or nuns live and worship.
- Maredsous Abbey is a monastery for Benedictine monks. It is well-known for its cheese and beer.
- Maredret Abbey is a Benedictine nunnery. Both abbeys are peaceful places with beautiful buildings.
See also
In Spanish: Anhée para niños
