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Flag of Vorselaar
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Coat of arms of Vorselaar
Coat of arms
Vorselaar is located in Belgium
Vorselaar
Vorselaar
Location in Belgium
Country Belgium
Community Flemish Community
Region Flemish Region
Province Antwerp
Arrondissement Turnhout
Area
 • Total 27.62 km2 (10.66 sq mi)
Population
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Postal codes
2290
Area codes 014, 03
Website www.vorselaar.be

Vorselaar is a small town located in the country of Belgium. It is part of the Antwerp province, which is in the northern part of Belgium. A municipality is like a local government area, and Vorselaar is a municipality that includes only its main town.

In 2021, about 7,995 people lived in Vorselaar. The total area of the municipality is about 27.62 square kilometers. This makes Vorselaar a cozy and close-knit community.

People from Vorselaar

Vorselaar is home to some well-known people. These individuals have made a name for themselves in different fields.

Jozef-Ernest van Roey

Jozef-Ernest van Roey

One famous person from Vorselaar was Jozef-Ernest van Roey. He was born in Vorselaar on January 13, 1874. He became a Cardinal, which is a very high rank in the Catholic Church. Cardinals are important advisors to the Pope. Jozef-Ernest van Roey passed away in Mechelen on August 6, 1961.

Bart Wellens

Bart Wellens competing in cyclo-cross

Another famous person from Vorselaar is Bart Wellens. He is a well-known Cyclo-cross champion. Cyclo-cross is a type of bicycle racing. It involves riding bikes over different types of terrain. This includes grass, mud, and even sand. Bart Wellens has won many races in this exciting sport.

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