Arendonk facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arendonk
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 Arendonk
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | Antwerp | ||
| Arrondissement | Turnhout | ||
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| • Total | 55.38 km2 (21.38 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
2370
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| Area codes | 014 | ||
| Website | www.arendonk.be | ||
Arendonk is a small town in Belgium. It's located in the Antwerp province, which is part of the Flemish region. Arendonk is a "municipality," which means it's like a local government area.
In 2021, about 13,207 people lived in Arendonk. The town covers an area of 55.38 square kilometers. The main language spoken here is a type of Dutch called Kempenlands. It's a local dialect that sounds very similar to everyday Dutch.
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Arendonk's Fun Nickname
People from Arendonk have a funny nickname: "Telowerelè'er." This means "dish-licker"! It's a playful name that locals use for themselves.
You can even find a statue of a "Telowerelè'er" near the Toremansmolen windmill. This old windmill is still working and you can often visit it. It's a cool place to see how windmills used to grind grain.
The current mayor of Arendonk is Kristof Hendrickx. He helps lead the town and make decisions for its residents.
Famous People from Arendonk
Arendonk might be a small town, but some famous people have lived here!
- Rik Van Steenbergen: He was a super-fast cyclist! Rik won the World Cycling Champion title three times. That's a huge achievement in cycling!
- René Mertens: Another talented cyclist from Arendonk. René even competed in the famous 1948 Tour de France race.
- Karel Meulemans: If you know about pigeon racing, you'll know Karel Meulemans. He was one of the best pigeon fanciers in the world!
- Janssen Brothers: These brothers, who lived on Schoolstraat in Arendonk, were also incredibly famous in the world of pigeon racing. Many people consider them the most famous pigeon fanciers ever.
- Jan van Eyck: There's a chance that the famous Flemish painter Jan van Eyck might have been born in Arendonk. He was a very important artist from a long time ago!
A Look at Arendonk's Weather
Arendonk has a mild climate, which means it doesn't get too hot or too cold.
- Temperatures: In summer (July and August), the average temperature is around 18-19°C (about 64-66°F). In winter (January and February), it's cooler, with averages around 3-4°C (about 37-39°F).
- Rainfall: Arendonk gets a fair amount of rain throughout the year, with the most rain usually falling in December.
- Sunshine: The sunniest months are usually May, June, and July, which are great for outdoor activities!
Image Gallery
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The beautiful OLV Church in Arendonk's town center.
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A statue honoring Rik Van Steenbergen, the famous cyclist.
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The "Telowerelè'er" statue next to the historic Toremansmolen windmill.
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Arendonk's Academy of Art, located in an old cigar factory.
See also
In Spanish: Arendonk para niños
