Houthalen-Helchteren
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Houthalen-Helchteren is a municipality situated in the Belgian province of Limburg. The region is located near the watershed between the Meuse and the Scheldt rivers. Historically, the area is known for the cannonade of Helchteren during the War of the Spanish Succession.
Statistics
Area
78.27 km²
Population
30,623