Herselt facts for kids

Herselt is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Belgium. It's found in the Antwerp province. Herselt is made up of several smaller towns. These include Herselt itself, along with Ramsel, Blauberg, Bergom, and Varenwinkel. In 2021, about 14,649 people lived in Herselt. The total area of the municipality is about 52.32 square kilometers.

Quick facts for kids Herselt
Municipality
Flag Coat of arms
Herselt Location in Belgium
Country	Belgium
Community	Flemish Community
Region	Flemish Region
Province	Antwerp
Arrondissement	Turnhout
Area
• Total	52.32 km2 (20.20 sq mi)
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Postal codes	2230
Area codes	014, 016, 013
Website	www.herselt.be

Famous People from Herselt

Many interesting people were born in Herselt. Here are a few of them:

• Praga Khan: This is the stage name for Maurice Joseph François Engelen. He is a well-known musician and producer.
• Stein Huysegems: He is a former professional football player. He played as a forward for many teams.
• Gregorius Thiels: He was an abbot of Averbode Abbey. An abbot is the head of a monastery.
• André Vlayen: He was a professional cyclist. He competed in many races during his career.

Places to See in Herselt

Herselt has some interesting places, including its churches. Here are some pictures:

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  Bergom, church

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  Herselt, church

See also

In Spanish: Herselt para niños