Soumagne facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Soumagne
Soûmagne (Walloon)
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 Soumagne
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium |
| Community | French Community |
| Region | Wallonia |
| Province | Liège |
| Arrondissement | Liège |
| Area | |
| • Total | 27.14 km2 (10.48 sq mi) |
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| Postal codes |
4630-4633
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| Area codes | 04 |
| Website | www.soumagne.be |
Soumagne is a town in Wallonia, a region in Belgium. It is located in the province of Liège. People in Wallonia mostly speak French.
On September 1, 2008, Soumagne had about 15,894 people living there. The town covers an area of 27.14 square kilometers. This means about 585 people live in each square kilometer.
The town of Soumagne is made up of several smaller areas. These include Ayeneux, Cerexhe-Heuseux, Évegnée-Tignée, Mélen, Micheroux, and Soumagne itself.
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Soumagne's Past: A Look at History
From the late 1800s until the 1960s, Soumagne was a busy and successful town. It had many coal mines. There was also a large factory called a Cooperative.
After coal mining stopped, the old mine sites were cleaned up. New homes and shops were built there. Some old buildings were saved and turned into places for tourists. An example is "le domaine du Bas-Bois."
World War I Impact
During World War I, in 1914, the German army invaded Belgium. In Soumagne, many people lost their lives. About 100 houses were also burned. This happened because the Belgian army resisted the invasion from a nearby fort.
Soumagne's Comeback
Since 1980, more people have moved to Soumagne. They came from bigger cities like Liège and Verviers. The E40 motorway also passes through the area. This helped Soumagne recover after the coal mines closed.
During this time, many new houses were built. A lot of young families moved to Soumagne. Many new shops and shopping centers opened. Small businesses also started to grow in the town.
Fun Places to Visit in Soumagne
Soumagne has some interesting places to see:
- The Evegnée fountain: This is a natural fountain found in a peaceful countryside setting.
- Saint-Lambert church: This church was first built in the 1200s. It was burned down in 1694 but was rebuilt.
- "Domaine du Bas-Bois": This used to be an old coal mine site. Now it's a place for visitors to explore.
- Wégimont Castle: This castle was built in the 1300s. It has been changed over the years. Its park is now a fun place for families to enjoy.
See also
In Spanish: Soumagne para niños
