Chaumont-Gistoux facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chaumont-Gistoux
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 Chaumont-Gistoux
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | French Community | ||
| Region | Wallonia | ||
| Province | Walloon Brabant | ||
| Arrondissement | Nivelles | ||
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| • Total | 48.09 km2 (18.57 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
1325
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| Area codes | 010 | ||
| Website | www.chaumont-gistoux.be | ||
Chaumont-Gistoux is a charming town in Belgium. It's located in the Walloon Brabant province, which is part of Wallonia. In 2006, about 10,926 people lived here. The town covers an area of 48.09 square kilometers. This means there were about 227 people living in each square kilometer.
This area was formed in 1977 by joining several smaller villages. Before that, in 1971, Dion-Valmont was created by combining Dion-le-Val and Dion-le-Mont. The main offices for the town are now in the village of Gistoux.
Chaumont-Gistoux is a mix of countryside and small industries. You can still see many working farms, large fields, and beautiful forests. There used to be a big industry here for digging up sand, but that's mostly stopped now. Because of this history, many companies that move things or build things are based here.
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History and Defense
Chaumont-Gistoux played a part in history during the Second World War. It was on the KW-line, which was a defensive line built to stop an invasion from Nazi Germany.
The KW-Line Museum
Today, there is a small museum in Chaumont-Gistoux. It has lots of information about the KW-line. You can also see many interesting items from the war there. It's a great place to learn about this important time.
Famous Residents
Did you know that a real princess grew up in Chaumont-Gistoux? Princess Claire of Belgium spent her childhood here. Her family, the Coombs, still lives in the area.
Royal Visits
Princess Claire, her husband Prince Laurent, and their children often visit Chaumont-Gistoux. It's a special place for them and their family.
Villages in Chaumont-Gistoux
The municipality of Chaumont-Gistoux is made up of several smaller villages. Each one has its own unique feel. These villages include:
- Bonlez
- Chaumont
- Corroy-le-Grand
- Dion-le-Mont
- Dion-le-Val
- Gistoux
- Longueville
- Vieusart (also known as Vieux-Sart)
