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Sint-Laureins

Sint-Laureins town hall

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Sint-Laureins

Location in Belgium

Country

Flemish Community

Arrondissement

Eeklo

Area

• Total

74.50 km² (28.76 sq mi)

Population

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Postal codes

9980-9982, 9988

Area codes

Website

www.sint-laureins.be

Sint-Laureins is a small town and a group of villages in Belgium. It is located in the Flemish part of the country. This area is known as the province of East Flanders. The name Sint-Laureins means "Saint Lawrence" in Dutch.

In 2021, about 6,919 people lived in Sint-Laureins. The total area of the municipality is about 74.50 square kilometers. This makes it a quiet place with lots of open space.

Sint-Laureins is made up of several smaller towns. These include Sint-Jan-in-Eremo, Sint-Laureins itself, Sint-Margriete, Waterland-Oudeman, and Watervliet. Each of these places has its own unique charm.

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Exploring Sint-Laureins

Sint-Laureins offers a mix of history and nature. It is a great place to learn about Belgian village life. The area is mostly flat, with many fields and waterways.

Famous Church in Watervliet

One special building is the Our Lady-Church in Watervliet. It was built in the 16th century. People sometimes call it the 'Cathedral of the North'. This shows how important and beautiful it is.

Nature and Lakes

The area around Sint-Laureins is famous for its beautiful nature. You can find several lakes here. One of the most well-known is the Boerekreek. These lakes are great for outdoor activities. They are perfect for walking, cycling, or just enjoying nature.

Local Government

Sint-Laureins is a municipality. This means it has its own local government. The mayor, Franki Van de Moere, leads the town. He works with a group called "Samen Anders" (which means "Together Different"). They make decisions for the people living in Sint-Laureins.