Fléron facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fléron
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 Fléron
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | French Community | ||
| Region | Wallonia | ||
| Province | Liège | ||
| Arrondissement | Liège | ||
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| • Total | 13.72 km2 (5.30 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
4620-4624
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| Area codes | 04 | ||
| Website | www.fleron.be | ||
Fléron is a town located in Wallonia, which is a region in Belgium. It is part of the province of Liège.
As of January 1, 2006, about 16,088 people lived in Fléron. The town covers an area of 13.72 square kilometers. This means there are about 1,172 people living in each square kilometer, making it quite a busy place. Fléron is located to the east of the big city of Liège.
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What Makes Up Fléron?
The municipality of Fléron is made up of several smaller areas. These areas are called districts.
Main Districts of Fléron
The main districts that form Fléron are:
- Fléron (the main town itself)
- Magnée
- Retinne
- Romsée
Each of these districts has its own unique feel and history.
Historical Fort of Fléron
In the center of Fléron, you can find the remains of an old military fort. This fort was once known as Fort de Fléron.
What Was the Fort de Fléron?
The Fort de Fléron was an important defensive structure. It was part of a ring of forts built around the city of Liège. These forts were designed to protect the area. Today, only parts of the fort remain, reminding us of its past.
Images for kids
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Fléron town hall, where local government decisions are made.
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St. Denis Church in Fléron, a local landmark.
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The remaining parts of the historic Fort de Fléron.
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The church in Retinne, one of Fléron's districts.
