De Haan, Belgium facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
De Haan
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 De Haan
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | West Flanders | ||
| Arrondissement | Ostend | ||
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| • Total | 42.17 km2 (16.28 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
8420, 8421
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| Area codes | 059 - 050 | ||
| Website | www.dehaan.be | ||
De Haan (which means The Cock or Rooster) is a lovely place and a municipality in Belgium. It's located in the West Flanders province. This municipality includes several villages like De Haan itself, Wenduine, Klemskerke, Vlissegem, and Harendijk.
As of January 1, 2020, De Haan had about 12,700 people living there. The total area is 46.14 square kilometers (about 26.2 square miles). This means there are about 275 people living in each square kilometer.
The main coastal village of De Haan is known for keeping its buildings low. This allows its many beautiful buildings, built in the old-fashioned Belle Époque style, to stand out.
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What is De Haan known for?
De Haan is famous for a few interesting things. It has a special golf course and was once home to a very famous scientist.
Golf Course by the Sea
The town has an 18-hole golf course located right in its sand dunes. This course was started by King Leopold II way back in 1903. Today, it's the only "links" course in Belgium. A links course is a type of golf course built on sandy land near the coast.
Albert Einstein's Home
One of De Haan's most famous residents was Albert Einstein. He was a brilliant scientist known for his theory of relativity. Einstein lived in a villa called "Savoyarde" for six months in 1933. He moved there after leaving Nazi Germany because of the political situation.
Sports in De Haan
De Haan has an active sports scene. One notable team is the women's volleyball club, Volley De Haan. They play at the highest level in the Belgian league.
Getting Around De Haan
Public transport in De Haan is managed by a company called De Lijn. You can get around using trams and buses.
The Coast Tram
De Haan has 10 different stops on The Coast Tram. This tram line runs along the entire Belgian coast, making it easy to travel between coastal towns.
Bus Services
The municipality is also served by several bus lines. These include bus lines 31, 35, and 46, which help people travel within De Haan and to nearby areas.
Images for kids
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Dunes between De Haan and Wenduine
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Street in the Concessie
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Beachfront
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Municipal Hall of De Haan
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The Villa Savoyarde in De Haan, Belgium, where Albert Einstein lived.
See also
In Spanish: De Haan para niños
