Beernem facts for kids
Beernem is a quiet, green municipality (which is like a small town or district) in Belgium. It's located in the province of West Flanders, southeast of the famous city of Bruges.
The municipality of Beernem includes three main towns: Beernem itself, Oedelem, and Sint-Joris. In 2006, about 14,642 people lived here. Most of them lived in Beernem proper and Oedelem.
Beernem covers an area of about 71.68 square kilometers. This means it has a population density of about 204 people per square kilometer. This tells us how many people live in each part of the land.
Quick facts for kids
Beernem
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Bulskampveld Castle
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 Beernem
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | West Flanders | ||
| Arrondissement | Bruges | ||
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| • Total | 71.68 km2 (27.68 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
8730
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| Area codes | 050 | ||
| Website | www.beernem.be | ||
Life in Beernem
Beernem is known for its peaceful, rural setting. It has many green spaces and is a great place for outdoor activities. People enjoy walking and cycling in the beautiful countryside.
Local Government
Like other municipalities in Belgium, Beernem has its own local government. This government helps manage the town's services and daily life. The mayor is the head of the local government. In Beernem, the mayor is Jos Sypré. He belongs to a political party called CD&V.
The local government is formed by a group of political parties working together. In Beernem, these parties are CD&V, Vooruit, and Groen. They make decisions that help the community.
Important Buildings
Beernem has several interesting buildings. One of them is the Sint-Joriskerk, which is a church dedicated to Saint George. Churches are often important historical landmarks in Belgian towns.
There is also a large building known as Psychiatrisch Centrum Sint-Amandus. This building serves as a special healthcare center in the community.
Images for kids
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Saint George's church
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The Sint-Amandus building, a local healthcare center
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