Beernem
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Beernem is a rural municipality located in the Belgian province of West Flanders in the Flemish Region. Situated near the city of Bruges, it is known for its extensive forests and nature reserves.
Flag Description: The flag of the municipality of Beernem consists of a blue field charged with three yellow (gold) walking bears facing the hoist (left from the viewer's perspective). The bears are arranged two in the upper part and one in the lower part (2:1).
Symbolism: The flag is canting; the three bears refer to the name of the municipality, as 'beer' means 'bear' in Dutch. The colors and figures are derived from the traditional municipal coat of arms.
Flag Description: The flag of the municipality of Beernem consists of a blue field charged with three yellow (gold) walking bears facing the hoist (left from the viewer's perspective). The bears are arranged two in the upper part and one in the lower part (2:1).
Symbolism: The flag is canting; the three bears refer to the name of the municipality, as 'beer' means 'bear' in Dutch. The colors and figures are derived from the traditional municipal coat of arms.
Statistics
Area
71.14 km²
Population
15,966