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Donceel

Doncél  (Walloon)
Church of Saint-Cyr and Sainte Juliette
Church of Saint-Cyr and Sainte Juliette
Flag of Donceel
Flag
Coat of arms of Donceel
Coat of arms
Donceel is located in Belgium
Donceel
Donceel
Location in Belgium
Country Belgium
Community French Community
Region Wallonia
Province Liège
Arrondissement Waremme
Area
 • Total 23.31 km2 (9.00 sq mi)
Population
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Postal codes
4357
Area codes 04
Website www.donceel.be

Donceel (pronounced don-sell) is a small town, also called a municipality, in Belgium. It is located in a part of Belgium called Wallonia, which is where people mostly speak French. Donceel is found in the province of Liège.

As of January 1, 2006, about 2,828 people lived in Donceel. The total area of the municipality is 23.31 square kilometers (about 9 square miles). This means there are about 121 people living in each square kilometer. Donceel is made up of a few smaller areas, or districts, including Donceel itself, Haneffe, Jeneffe, and Limont.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. Think of it as a town or a group of villages that are managed together. Donceel is one of these areas in Belgium.

Where is Donceel Located?

Donceel is in the western part of the Liège Province. This province is in the eastern part of Belgium. It's known for its green landscapes and charming villages.

What is the Population of Donceel?

In 2006, Donceel had a population of 2,828 people. This number tells us how many people live in the area. The population density shows how crowded an area is. Donceel has 121 people per square kilometer, which means it's not very crowded.

What are the Districts of Donceel?

The municipality of Donceel includes several smaller areas. These are like neighborhoods or small villages that are part of the larger Donceel municipality. They are:

  • Donceel (the main town)
  • Haneffe
  • Jeneffe
  • Limont

Each of these districts has its own history and character.

Who is in Charge of Donceel?

The mayor of Donceel is Philippe Mordant. A mayor is like the leader of the town. They help make decisions about how the municipality is run. The mayor works with a group of elected officials to serve the community.

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