Westerwolde (municipality) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Westerwolde
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Location in Groningen
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| Country | Netherlands | ||
| Province | Groningen | ||
| Established | 1 January 2018 | ||
| Government | |||
| • Body | Municipal council | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Westerwolde is a municipality (which is like a local government area) in the northeast of the Netherlands. It is located in the province of Groningen. The name Westerwolde comes from the local Gronings language.
This municipality was created on January 1, 2018. It was formed when two older municipalities, Bellingwedde and Vlagtwedde, joined together. Westerwolde still uses the old town halls in Sellingen and Wedde.
Geography of Westerwolde
Westerwolde is located in the southeast part of the Groningen province. It is right on the border with another Dutch province called Drenthe.
This area is also close to the border with Germany. In the Netherlands, Westerwolde's neighbors are Oldambt to the north, Pekela and Stadskanaal to the west, Borger-Odoorn to the southwest, and Emmen to the south.
Across the border in Germany, Westerwolde is next to Bunde in the northeast. It also borders Rhede, Dörpen, and Lathen to the east. To the southeast, it borders Haren.
Famous People from Westerwolde
Many interesting people have come from Westerwolde. Here are a few:
- Minze Stuiver (1929–2020) was born in Vlagtwedde. He was a geochemist and researcher. He was especially known for his work in radiocarbon dating, which helps figure out the age of old things.
- Jan Mulder (born 1945) is from Bellingwolde. He was a professional footballer who played in over 200 games. After his football career, he became a writer, columnist, and TV personality.
- Geert Meijer (born 1951) was born in Sellingen. He is a football manager and a former professional player. He played in 295 games during his career.
- Anja Hazekamp (born 1968) is from Vlagtwedde. She is a politician and a Member of the European Parliament.
- Claudia Bokel (born 1973) was born in Ter Apel. She is a German épée fencer. She won a silver medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics.
Gallery
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South side of the Ter Apel Monastery
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Haren-Ruitenbroek canal at German border, near Ter Apel
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Boslaan with Hotel Boschhuis in Ter Apel
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De Spinnenkop windmill in Wedderveer
See also
In Spanish: Westerwolde (municipio) para niños
