Vorselaar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vorselaar
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 Vorselaar
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | Antwerp | ||
| Arrondissement | Turnhout | ||
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| • Total | 27.62 km2 (10.66 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| Postal codes |
2290
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| 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
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
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.
See also
In Spanish: Vorselaar para niños
