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Sambreville

Sambveye  (Walloon)
Auvelais
Auvelais
Flag of Sambreville
Flag
Coat of arms of Sambreville
Coat of arms
Sambreville is located in Belgium
Sambreville
Sambreville
Location in Belgium
Country Belgium
Community French Community
Region Wallonia
Province Namur
Arrondissement Namur
Area
 • Total 34.20 km2 (13.20 sq mi)
Population
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Postal codes
5060
Area codes 071
Website www.sambreville.be

Sambreville (pronounced "Sam-bruh-veel") is a special type of area in Belgium called a municipality. Since March 12, 2024, it has also been recognized as a city. It is located in a part of Belgium called Wallonia, specifically in the province of Namur.

As of January 1, 2006, about 26,949 people lived in Sambreville. The total size of the area is around 34.20 square kilometers. This means that about 788 people live in each square kilometer, which is called the population density.

Understanding Sambreville's History

Sambreville became a single municipality in 1977. This happened because several smaller areas, which used to be separate, joined together. This process is known as the "fusion of Belgian municipalities." It helped to organize local governments better.

Villages and Towns that Form Sambreville

When Sambreville was created, it brought together seven smaller towns and villages. These areas are now part of the larger municipality. They include:

  • Arsimont
  • Auvelais
  • Falisolle
  • Keumiée
  • Moignelée
  • Tamines
  • Velaine

International Connections

Sambreville has a special friendship with another city far away. This is called a "twin town" or "sister city" relationship. It helps people from different countries learn about each other's cultures.

Sambreville's Twin Town

Sambreville's twin town is Gessopalena, which is located in Italy.

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