Walcourt facts for kids
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Walcourt
Walcoû (Walloon)
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Walcourt centre with the Basilica of Saint Maternus
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 Walcourt
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | |
| Community | French Community | |
| Region | Wallonia | |
| Province | Namur | |
| Arrondissement | Philippeville | |
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| • Total | 123.18 km2 (47.56 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| Postal codes |
5650, 5651
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| Area codes | 071 | |
| Website | www.walcourt.be | |
Walcourt is a city and a municipality in Wallonia, a region in Belgium. It is located in the province of Namur.
As of January 1, 2006, Walcourt had 17,516 people living there. The total area of the municipality is about 123.18 square kilometers. This means there are about 142 people living in each square kilometer.
The municipality of Walcourt is made up of several smaller towns and villages. These are called districts. The districts include Berzée, Castillon, Chastrès, Clermont, Fontenelle, Fraire, Gourdinne, Laneffe, Pry, Rognée, Somzée, Tarcienne, Thy-le-Château, Vogenée, Walcourt, and Yves-Gomezée.
History of Walcourt
Walcourt has a long and interesting history. One of its most famous buildings is the Basilica of Saint Maternus. This church was built in 1026. It is a Gothic style church, known for its tall arches and stained glass. Inside, you can find one of the oldest statues of the Madonna (Mary, the mother of Jesus) in Western Christianity.
A significant event in Walcourt's history was the Battle of Walcourt. This battle happened in 1689. It was fought between French troops and a group called the Grand Alliance. This battle was part of a larger conflict known as the Nine Years' War.
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