Beuningen, Overijssel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Beuningen
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Aerial view of Beuningen
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 Beuningen
Location in Overijssel
Beuningen
Location in Netherlands
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| Country | Netherlands |
| Province | Overijssel |
| Municipality | Losser |
| Area | |
| • Total | 23.12 km2 (8.93 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 970 |
| • Density | 41.96/km2 (108.7/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
7588
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| Dialing code | 0541 |
Beuningen (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈbøːnɪŋə(n)]) is a charming village located in the eastern part of the Netherlands. You can find it in the municipality of Losser, within the province of Overijssel. This village sits right by the Dinkel river, surrounded by beautiful countryside. It's about one kilometer south of the town of Denekamp.
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Discover Beuningen: A Village in the Netherlands
Beuningen is a small but interesting village. It's known for its peaceful, rural setting. The village is part of the larger Losser municipality. In 2021, about 970 people lived here.
A Look Back in Time: Beuningen's History
The name "Beuningen" first appeared a long time ago, in the late 900s. It means "settlement of the people of Bono," referring to a person named Bono. Originally, Beuningen was just a group of farms. It started to grow into the village we know today after World War II.
Borgbeuningen Estate: A Historic Landmark
One special place in Beuningen is the Borgbeuningen estate. It was built in 1709. This estate stands where an old medieval castle used to be. The estate has a very large park around it. The paths in the park are lined up with the church towers in the area. In the middle of a forest nearby, there's a cool pond shaped like a cross.
Village Life and Growth
In 1840, Beuningen had 699 residents. The village used to be part of the Denekamp parish. However, in 1818, Beuningen became part of the Losser municipality. This was an important step for the village.
A Roman Catholic church was built in Beuningen in 1948. This was a big moment for the community. After the church was built, Beuningen was officially recognized as a village.
Today, you can find a campsite, a soccer field, and a forest just outside the village. These spots are great for outdoor activities and enjoying nature.
Beuningen in Popular Culture
Beuningen has even been featured on TV! Many scenes for the fictional village of Dinkelo were filmed here. Dinkelo was part of a regional TV show called Van Jonge Leu en Oale Groond. This means Beuningen is quite famous in its local area!
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Maria church: Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk
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Borgbeuningen
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Barns near Singraven
