Wijnegem facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wijnegem
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Wijnegem Shopping Center
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 Wijnegem
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | Antwerp | ||
| Arrondissement | Antwerp | ||
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| • Total | 7.86 km2 (3.03 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
2110
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| Area codes | 03 | ||
| Website | www.wijnegem.be | ||
Wijnegem is a small town in Belgium. It is located in the Antwerp province. This area is part of the Flanders region. Wijnegem is known as a nice place to live.
In 2021, about 10,084 people lived in Wijnegem. The town covers an area of 7.86 square kilometers. Wijnegem is also home to the largest shopping mall in the Benelux area. This mall is called the Wijnegem Shopping Center.
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What is Wijnegem?
Wijnegem is a municipality. This means it is a local government area. It is like a small city or town with its own leaders. The town of Wijnegem is the only part of this municipality.
Where is Wijnegem Located?
Wijnegem is in the northern part of Belgium. It is in the province of Antwerp. This province is in the Flemish region of Belgium. It is close to the big city of Antwerp.
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Wijnegem was 10,084 people in 2021. This number changes a little each year. The town is not very big in size. It covers about 7.86 square kilometers.
Shopping in Wijnegem
One of the most famous places in Wijnegem is its shopping center. It is called the Wijnegem Shopping Center. This mall is the biggest in the Benelux region. The Benelux region includes Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
Why is the Shopping Center Important?
The Wijnegem Shopping Center has many stores. People from all over the region come to shop here. It is a popular place for families and friends. The mall helps the local economy. It also makes Wijnegem well-known.
Local Government
Wijnegem has its own local government. This government helps run the town. It makes decisions about local services. These services include schools, roads, and parks.
Who Leads Wijnegem?
The mayor of Wijnegem is Leen Wouters. She is from the N-VA political party. The N-VA party works with another group called Durf! They form the main group in charge. They make choices for the town.
See also
In Spanish: Wijnegem para niños
