Balen, Belgium
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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.
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