Ganshoren facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ganshoren
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Ganshoren's Municipal Hall
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 Ganshoren
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community French Community |
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| Region | Brussels | ||
| Arrondissement | Brussels-Capital | ||
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| • Total | 2.46 km2 (0.95 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
1083
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| Area codes | 02 | ||
| Website | ganshoren.be/fr ganshoren.be/nl |
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Ganshoren is one of the 19 municipalities in the Brussels-Capital Region of Belgium. It is located in the north-western part of this region.
Like all municipalities in Brussels, Ganshoren is officially bilingual. This means both French and Dutch are spoken and used for official purposes.
About Ganshoren
Ganshoren is a lively area within the larger Brussels-Capital Region. It is a place where many people live and work.
Location and Neighbors
Ganshoren is found in the north-west of the Brussels-Capital Region. It shares its borders with several other places. These include the municipalities of Berchem-Sainte-Agathe, Jette, and Koekelberg. It also borders Asse, which is a town in the Flemish part of Belgium.
People and Size
As of January 1, 2022, Ganshoren had a population of 25,252 people. The total area of the municipality is about 2.44 square kilometers (which is about 0.94 square miles). This means that many people live in a relatively small space. The population density is very high, with about 10,376 people per square kilometer.
Local Government
Ganshoren has its own local government, just like other municipalities. This government helps manage local services. These services include things like public spaces, schools, and local events. The mayor of Ganshoren is Jean-Paul Van Laethem. He belongs to the ProGanshoren political group.
