Hamois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hamois
Hamwè (Walloon)
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 Hamois
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | |
| Community | French Community | |
| Region | Wallonia | |
| Province | Namur | |
| Arrondissement | Dinant | |
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| • Total | 76.42 km2 (29.51 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| Postal codes |
5360-5364
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| Area codes | 083 | |
| Website | www.hamois.be | |
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Hamois is a charming municipality in Wallonia, a region in Belgium. It is found in the province of Namur. Hamois is known for its beautiful countryside and historic buildings.
This lovely area is located about 25 kilometers (around 15 miles) southeast of the city of Namur. It's a peaceful place with a rich history.
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About Hamois
People and Area
As of January 1, 2020, Hamois was home to 7,375 people. The total area of the municipality is 76.42 square kilometers. This means there are about 96.5 people living in each square kilometer. It's not a very crowded place, which makes it great for enjoying nature.
Villages in Hamois
The municipality of Hamois is made up of several smaller villages. These include Achet, Emptinne, Hamois (the main village), Mohiville, Natoye, Schaltin, and Scy. Each village has its own unique feel and history.
Famous Castles
Hamois is famous for its many beautiful castles. Some of these castles have been owned by noble families for a very long time.
Two notable castles are Mouffrin Castle in Gemenne and Ry Castle. Both of these have been owned by the noble Aspremont-Lynden family for many years.
Other castles are also found throughout the municipality. They are still lived in by other noble families. One of these is the Castle of Skeuvre. This castle is especially famous because it inspired a well-known comic book series!
The "Spirou Castle"
The Castle of Skeuvre is often called the "Spirou Castle." This is because a famous artist named André Franquin used it as inspiration. He created the fictional Champignac castle for the popular Spirou comic books. It's pretty cool to think a real castle inspired a comic book!
See also
In Spanish: Hamois para niños
