Izegem facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Izegem
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 Izegem
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | West Flanders | ||
| Arrondissement | Roeselare | ||
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| • Total | 25.48 km2 (9.84 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
8870
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| Area codes | 051 | ||
| Website | www.izegem.be | ||
Izegem is a city and a municipality in Belgium. It is located in the Belgian province of West Flanders.
The municipality of Izegem includes the main city of Izegem itself. It also has two smaller towns called Emelgem and Kachtem. Emelgem became part of Izegem in 1965. Kachtem joined in 1977.
Izegem is on the south side of the Mandel River. Emelgem and Kachtem are on the north side. A large industrial area has grown along the canal. This area has made the three towns feel like one big city. In 2006, Izegem had a total population of 26,544 people. The total area is about 25.48 square kilometers. This means about 1,042 people live in each square kilometer.
About Izegem
Izegem is known by a few nicknames. People sometimes call it pekkerstad, borstelstad, or schoenenstad. These names come from its history. The city used to be famous for making shoes and brushes.
The Mandel River and the canal Roeselare–Leie flow through the city. Today, there are only a few factories left from the old days. But Izegem has a special museum. It shows the history of shoe-making and brush-making.
Before the 1920s, Izegem was often spelled Iseghem. You can find this older spelling on old documents. These include passport applications and birth records. The family name Van Iseghem originally came from this city.
Neighboring Towns
Izegem shares its borders with several nearby villages and towns. These include:
- Ingelmunster
- Lendelede
- Sint-Eloois-Winkel (part of Ledegem)
- Rumbeke (part of Roeselare)
- Roeselare
- Ardooie
- Meulebeke
Famous People from Izegem
Many interesting people have connections to Izegem. Some were born here, and others have family roots in the city.
- Dirk Bogarde was a famous British actor. His grandfather, Aimé Van Den Bogaerde, was from Izegem.
- Johan Bruyneel was a professional cyclist. He later became a team director. He was born in Izegem.
- The band members of ['t Hof van Commerce] are from Izegem. This includes the singer–songwriter Flip Kowlier.
- Bart Staes is a member of the European Parliament. He was born in Izegem.
- Yves Lampaert is a professional cyclist. He was born here in 1991.
- Ulla Werbrouck is a judoka. She won a gold medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games.
- Martijn Wydaeghe is a rally co-driver. He competes in the World Rally Championship.
See also
In Spanish: Izegem para niños
