Bunschoten facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bunschoten
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Countryside in Bunschoten
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Location in Utrecht
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| Country | Netherlands | ||
| Province | Utrecht | ||
| Government | |||
| • Body | Municipal council | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 34.81 km2 (13.44 sq mi) | ||
| • Land | 30.44 km2 (11.75 sq mi) | ||
| • Water | 4.37 km2 (1.69 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) | ||
| Population
(May 2014)
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| • Total | 20,518 | ||
| • Density | 674/km2 (1,750/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Bunschoter(s) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postcode |
3750–3754
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| Area code | 033 | ||
Bunschoten is a town and a municipality in the Netherlands. It's located in the province of Utrecht, about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) north of the city of Amersfoort. The area of Bunschoten includes the original town of Bunschoten, which was created in 1204. It also includes the former municipality of Duyst, De Haar, and Zevenhuizen. This area was part of Hoogland from 1854 until 1971.
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History of Bunschoten
Bunschoten was first mentioned in official records in 1294. It was located right on the border between the province of Utrecht and the region of Guelders. Because of its location, Bunschoten often faced attacks from Guelders.
In 1383, the bishop of Utrecht gave Bunschoten special city rights. These rights allowed the people of Bunschoten to build a protective earthen wall around their town. However, during a war between two rival bishops, the fortifications and part of the town were destroyed at Christmas in 1427. Sadly, they were never rebuilt after that.
Towns and Villages in Bunschoten
The municipality of Bunschoten is made up of several towns and villages. These include:
- Bunschoten
- Eemdijk
- Spakenburg
- Zevenhuizen
Famous People from Bunschoten
Many interesting people have come from Bunschoten and its surrounding areas. Here are a few:
- Bert Groen (born 1945) was a Dutch politician. He used to be the mayor of Bunschoten.
- Melis van de Groep (born 1958 in Bunschoten) is also a Dutch politician. He has been the Mayor of Bunschoten since 2006.
- Job Koelewijn (born 1962 in Spakenburg) is a Dutch artist. He creates different types of art, including sculptures and installations.
- Gijsbert Van Bismarck (born 1973 in Spakenburg) was a professional footballer. He played in over 150 club games during his career.
- Kevin van Diermen (born 1989 in Spakenburg) is another Dutch professional footballer. He has played in over 200 club games.
- Aileen de Graaf (born 1990 in Spakenburg) is a Dutch darts player. She plays in the British Darts Organisation.
Gallery
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Old boat wharf of Spakenburg, 2013
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Rebuild (2009) flourmill De Hoop from 1899 at Bunschoten-Spakenburg
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Eem river at Eemdijk, looking north.
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Fishingboat at the Dock in Bunschoten at sunset
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Alice versus de Koning Peter de Leeuwe Bunschoten-Spakenburg
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See also
In Spanish: Bunschoten para niños
