Meix-devant-Virton facts for kids
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Meix-devant-Virton
Minch-duvant-Vèrtan (Gaumais)
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 Meix-devant-Virton
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | French Community | ||
| Region | Wallonia | ||
| Province | Luxembourg | ||
| Arrondissement | Virton | ||
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| • Total | 54.20 km2 (20.93 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
6769
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| Area codes | 063 | ||
| Website | www.meix-devant-virton.be | ||
Meix-devant-Virton is a small town in Belgium. It is located in the Wallonia region. This town is part of the province of Luxembourg. Its name means Meix before Virton.
As of January 1, 2017, about 2,812 people lived here. The total area of the town is 54.2 square kilometers. This means there are about 54 people living in each square kilometer.
The town is made up of several smaller areas. These include Gérouville, Meix-devant-Virton itself, Robelmont, Sommethonne, and Villers-la-Loue. Other small villages nearby are Belle Vue, Berchiwé, Houdrigny, La Soye and Limes.
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Where is Meix-devant-Virton?
Meix-devant-Virton is located in a region called the Gaume. It is close to some interesting places. These include Orval Abbey, a famous monastery, and the town of Avioth. The larger town of Virton is also nearby.
A railway line, called line 165 Athus-Meuse, passes through the area. The Chevratte river also flows here. This river is a branch of the Ton river. A main road, national road 88, connects Florenville and Athus. It also goes towards the French border.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Meix-devant-Virton has changed over time. The chart below shows how the population has grown and shrunk.
Safety and Emergency Services
The people of Meix-devant-Virton are kept safe by local services. The area is part of the Gaume Police Zone. It also has a special safety zone for firefighters. If there is an emergency, you can call 112. This is the emergency number for both police and fire services.
See also
In Spanish: Meix-devant-Virton para niños
