Couvin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Couvin
Couvén (Walloon)
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 Couvin
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | French Community | ||
| Region | Wallonia | ||
| Province | Namur | ||
| Arrondissement | Philippeville | ||
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| • Total | 206.93 km2 (79.90 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
5660
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| Area codes | 060 | ||
| Website | www.couvin.be | ||
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Couvin is a city and a municipality in Wallonia, a region in Belgium. It is located in the province of Namur.
As of January 1, 2018, Couvin had 13,782 people living there. It is the second largest municipality in Belgium by land area, covering about 207 square kilometers. This means it has a population density of about 67 people per square kilometer.
The municipality of Couvin includes several smaller areas called districts. These are Aublain, Boussu-en-Fagne, Brûly, Brûly-de-Pesche, Couvin, Cul-des-Sarts, Dailly, Frasnes-lez-Couvin, Gonrieux, Mariembourg, Pesche, Petigny, Petite-Chapelle, and Presgaux.
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Getting Around Couvin
Couvin has its own railway station. You can take a train directly from Couvin to Charleroi. The train line ends here, and the next station is Mariembourg.
Fun Places to Visit
There are many interesting places to see and explore in the Couvin area.
Mariembourg Attractions
One end of the Chemin de Fer à vapeur des Trois Vallées is in Mariembourg. This is a special heritage railway where you can ride old steam trains. Also in Mariembourg, you can find the Brasserie des Fagnes, which is a local brewery.
Exploring Caves
The area around Couvin is known for its cool caves. Two famous ones are the Trou de l’Abîme and the Neptune Caves. They are great for exploring!
Historical Site: Wolfsschlucht I
At Brûly-de-Pesche, there is a historical site known as "Hitler's Bunker." Its official name is Wolfsschlucht I. This place was used as a military headquarters during a major historical conflict. It is now a site where visitors can learn about its past.
See also
In Spanish: Couvin para niños
