Hamme
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Hamme is a municipality located in the Belgian province of East Flanders, situated at the confluence of the Durme and Scheldt rivers. It is well known for its scenic natural surroundings and cycling routes along the waterways.
Flag Description: The flag of the municipality consists of a white field with two interlaced chevrons – one green and one blue – creating an interwoven design pointing towards the center from both the hoist and fly sides.
Symbolism: The green and blue chevrons symbolize the rivers Durme and Scheldt that cross and flow through the municipality, as well as representing the green landscape and waterways characteristic of the region.
Flag Description: The flag of the municipality consists of a white field with two interlaced chevrons – one green and one blue – creating an interwoven design pointing towards the center from both the hoist and fly sides.
Symbolism: The green and blue chevrons symbolize the rivers Durme and Scheldt that cross and flow through the municipality, as well as representing the green landscape and waterways characteristic of the region.
Statistics
Area
40.21 km²
Population
25,141