Chimay
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Chimay is a municipality and city located in the province of Hainaut in Wallonia, Belgium. It is widely known for its historic castle as well as the famous Trappist brewery and creamery at Scourmont Abbey.
Flag Description: The flag is red with a white sword featuring a yellow (gold) hilt and guard, placed diagonally and pointing towards the upper hoist.
Symbolism: The sword motif derives from traditional heraldry associated with the historical principality and municipality of Chimay.
Flag Description: The flag is red with a white sword featuring a yellow (gold) hilt and guard, placed diagonally and pointing towards the upper hoist.
Symbolism: The sword motif derives from traditional heraldry associated with the historical principality and municipality of Chimay.
Statistics
Area
197.10 km²
Population
9,726