Hoogstraten

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Hoogstraten

Name

Hoogstraten

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

About the place: Hoogstraten is a city and municipality located in the Belgian province of Antwerp, situated in the far north near the Dutch border. The area is well known for its rich agricultural heritage, strawberry cultivation, and a historic UNESCO-listed beguinage.

Flag Description: The flag consists of three equal vertical stripes of red, white, and red.

Symbolism: The red and white colors are derived from the traditional historical colors and coat of arms of Hoogstraten.

Statistics

Area

105.32 km²

Population

21,424

Location