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Welkenraedt

Welkenrote  (Walloon)
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Coat of arms of Welkenraedt
Coat of arms
Welkenraedt is located in Belgium
Welkenraedt
Welkenraedt
Location in Belgium
Country Belgium
Community French Community
Region Wallonia
Province Liège
Arrondissement Verviers
Area
 • Total 24.47 km2 (9.45 sq mi)
Population
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Postal codes
4840–4841
Area codes 087
Website www.welkenraedt.be

Welkenraedt is a town in Belgium. It is located in a part of Belgium called Wallonia. This area is in the province of Liège.

As of January 1, 2018, about 9,920 people lived in Welkenraedt. The town covers an area of 24.47 square kilometers. This means there are about 405 people living in each square kilometer. This number is called the population density.

Welkenraedt is made up of two main areas, or districts. These districts are Henri-Chapelle and Welkenraedt itself.

History and Memorials

Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery

The area of Henri-Chapelle is home to an important place. It is called the Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery and Memorial. This cemetery is a special burial ground. It holds the graves of 7,992 American soldiers. These brave soldiers died during World War II.

A memorial is also part of the site. It helps people remember the soldiers who fought. It honors their sacrifice for freedom.

Town Connections

Twin Towns Around the World

Welkenraedt has special friendships with other towns. These are called "twin towns" or "sister cities." It means they share cultural ties. They also often visit each other.

Welkenraedt is twinned with two towns:

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See also

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