Assesse

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Assesse

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

About the place: Assesse is a Walloon municipality located in the Belgian province of Namur, within the picturesque Condroz region. It is known for its historic stone houses, castles, and scenic countryside.

Flag Description: The flag consists of a blue field divided diagonally by a yellow bend running from the upper hoist corner to the lower fly corner. The blue field is accompanied by six yellow bezants (roundels) – three in the upper area and three in the lower area.

Symbolism: The flag is a heraldic banner of the municipal coat of arms of Assesse. The yellow bend and six yellow roundels on a blue background are derived from the historical armorial bearings of the noble families that ruled the area, such as the lords of Assesse.

Statistics

Area

78.16 km²

Population

7,274

Location