Balen, Belgium

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Balen, Belgium

Name

Balen, Belgium

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

About the place: Balen is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Antwerp in the Kempen region. It is known for its scenic natural surroundings, including forests, heathlands, and nature reserves.

Flag Description: The flag consists of a blue field charged with a thick yellow saltire extending to the corners of the flag.

Symbolism: Yellow and blue are traditional colors of the municipality, derived from the historical heraldry and coats of arms associated with the region.

Statistics

Area

72.88 km²

Population

23,321

Location