Bever, Belgium facts for kids
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Bever
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 Bever
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | Flemish Brabant | ||
| Arrondissement | Halle-Vilvoorde | ||
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| • Total | 19.78 km2 (7.64 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
1547
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| Area codes | 054, 02 | ||
| Website | www.bever-bievene.be | ||
Bever (pronounced like "BAY-ver" in Dutch, or "byev-EN" in French) is a small town in Belgium. It is a type of local government area called a municipality. You can find Bever in the Flemish Brabant province of Belgium.
Bever is the only town that makes up this municipality. It is located in a beautiful area known as the Pajottenland. On January 1, 2018, about 2,204 people lived in Bever. The total area of the municipality is 19.78 square kilometers. This means there are about 111 people living in each square kilometer. Bever is mainly a Dutch-speaking village. However, it also has special arrangements for people who speak French.
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What is Bever Like?
Bever is a quiet and charming municipality. It is known for its green landscapes and peaceful atmosphere. The town is a great place to experience Belgian village life.
Where is Bever Located?
Bever is located in the central part of Belgium. It is in the Flemish Brabant province. This province is in the Flemish Region of Belgium. The exact location is at 50 degrees 43 minutes North latitude and 3 degrees 56 minutes East longitude.
People and Language
Most people in Bever speak Dutch. This is common for towns in the Flemish Region. However, Bever also has "language facilities" for French speakers. This means that French-speaking residents can get some services in their own language. This helps everyone feel at home in the community.
Local Government
Like all municipalities, Bever has its own local government. The mayor of Bever is Dirk Willem. He belongs to the CD&V political party. This party has the most support in the local government. The local government helps manage the town. They take care of things like public services and local rules.
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