Aubel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Aubel
Åbe (Walloon)
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The centre of Aubel
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 Aubel
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | French Community | ||
| Region | Wallonia | ||
| Province | Liège | ||
| Arrondissement | Verviers | ||
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| • Total | 18.83 km2 (7.27 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
4880
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| Area codes | 087 | ||
| Website | www.aubel.be | ||
Aubel is a charming town, also known as a municipality, located in Wallonia, which is the French-speaking part of Belgium. You can find it in the province of Liège.
As of January 1, 2006, about 4,082 people lived in Aubel. The town covers an area of 18.83 square kilometers. This means there are about 217 people living in each square kilometer, showing it's a cozy place.
Two important places in Aubel are the Val-Dieu Abbey and the Siroperie Meurens. The Siroperie Meurens is famous for making sirop de Liège, a special kind of fruit syrup.
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Discovering Aubel
Aubel is a small but interesting municipality in Belgium. It's known for its beautiful countryside and delicious local products.
Famous Market and Local Products
Aubel is very well-known for its local products. These include tasty cheese, sweet syrup, refreshing cider, and local beer. The town's market is a lively place. You can visit it on Tuesdays and Sundays.
This market has a long history, going all the way back to 1630. In the past, people would travel from far away just to sell and buy goods here. It was a very important trading spot.
The cheese from Aubel is especially famous. It's protected by a special European rule as a type of Herve cheese. This means it has to be made in a certain way to keep its unique quality.
Places to Visit
- The Val-Dieu Abbey is a beautiful old abbey located right in Aubel. It's a peaceful place with a lot of history.
- The Siroperie Meurens is where the famous sirop de Liège is made. It's a thick, sweet syrup often used on bread or with cheese.
Twin Town
Aubel has a special friendship with another town. It is twinned with:
- Vernantes, a town in France.
Gallery
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Val-Dieu Abbey
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A view of a street in Aubel
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The Locomotive
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See also
In Spanish: Aubel (Bélgica) para niños
