Haaltert
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Haaltert is a Flemish municipality located in the Belgian province of East Flanders within the Denderstreek region. It comprises several sub-municipalities and features a gently rolling suburban and rural landscape.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a white field bearing three red rampant lions with blue armed claws and tongues. Two lions are placed side by side in the upper part, while the third lion is centered below.
Symbolism: The flag is derived from the historical coat of arms of the Lords of Rotselaer, who historically held the lordship of Haaltert. The three red lions with blue claws and tongues on a white field represent the ancient heraldic emblem of this noble family.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a white field bearing three red rampant lions with blue armed claws and tongues. Two lions are placed side by side in the upper part, while the third lion is centered below.
Symbolism: The flag is derived from the historical coat of arms of the Lords of Rotselaer, who historically held the lordship of Haaltert. The three red lions with blue claws and tongues on a white field represent the ancient heraldic emblem of this noble family.
Statistics
Area
30.30 km²
Population
19,280