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Westmalle | |
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Village | |
Coordinates: 51°17′N 4°41′E / 51.283°N 4.683°E | |
Country | Belgium |
Region | Flemish Region |
Province | Antwerp |
Municipality | Malle |
Area | |
• Total | 23.26 km2 (8.98 sq mi) |
• Land | 23.26 km2 (8.981 sq mi) |
Population (2021)
[1] | |
• Total | 8,229 |
• Density | 350/km2 (920/sq mi) |
Time zone | CET |
Westmalle is a village in the Belgian province of Antwerp which is part of the municipality of Malle.
Westmalle is primarily known for the Trappist Abbey of Westmalle of the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance (O.C.S.O.: Ordo Cisterciensium reformatorum), and its brewery. The Trappist monks operate a brewery and also make cheese. In addition, the Monasterium Magnificat of Westmalle is the only monastery of the Annunciade Order in Belgium. Westmalle Castle dates back to 1100. The Scherpenberg windmill is still operational and is open to visitors.
The statue of the "Pedaalstompers" [2] commemorates the world record of the longest bicycle.
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This article needs additional citations for
verification. (June 2021) |
Westmalle | |
---|---|
Village | |
Coordinates: 51°17′N 4°41′E / 51.283°N 4.683°E | |
Country | Belgium |
Region | Flemish Region |
Province | Antwerp |
Municipality | Malle |
Area | |
• Total | 23.26 km2 (8.98 sq mi) |
• Land | 23.26 km2 (8.981 sq mi) |
Population (2021)
[1] | |
• Total | 8,229 |
• Density | 350/km2 (920/sq mi) |
Time zone | CET |
Westmalle is a village in the Belgian province of Antwerp which is part of the municipality of Malle.
Westmalle is primarily known for the Trappist Abbey of Westmalle of the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance (O.C.S.O.: Ordo Cisterciensium reformatorum), and its brewery. The Trappist monks operate a brewery and also make cheese. In addition, the Monasterium Magnificat of Westmalle is the only monastery of the Annunciade Order in Belgium. Westmalle Castle dates back to 1100. The Scherpenberg windmill is still operational and is open to visitors.
The statue of the "Pedaalstompers" [2] commemorates the world record of the longest bicycle.
This article's list of residents may not follow Wikipedia's
verifiability policy. (June 2021) |