Reimerswaal facts for kids

Where Reimerswaal is located in the Netherlands

The flag of Reimerswaal

The coat of arms for Reimerswaal

Reimerswaal (pronounced Rye-mers-vaal) is a special area in the Netherlands. It's called a municipality, which is like a local government area. You can find Reimerswaal in the province of Zeeland, on what used to be an island called Zuid-Beveland.

In 2017, about 22,000 people called Reimerswaal home. It's a place with a rich history and beautiful nature.

Where is Reimerswaal Located?

Reimerswaal is surrounded by water! To the north, you'll find the Eastern Scheldt, and to the south, there's the Western Scheldt. These are important waterways.

The municipality also shares a border with the province of North Brabant in the Netherlands. Plus, it has a very small border with the Belgian province of Antwerp. This means Reimerswaal is close to both Dutch and Belgian neighbors!

Villages and Life in Reimerswaal

Reimerswaal is made up of several charming villages. The biggest village in the area is Yerseke. It's super famous for its delicious seafood! People in Yerseke are experts at breeding blue mussels and oysters. These tasty treats are enjoyed all over the world.

Here are the main villages in Reimerswaal and how many people lived there in 2017:

• Hansweert: 1,631 people
• Krabbendijke: 4,439 people
• Kruiningen: 4,246 people
• Oostdijk: 551 people
• Rilland: 3,053 people
• Waarde: 1,281 people
• Yerseke: 6,740 people

A view of Krabbendijke, one of Reimerswaal's villages

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