Kuurne

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Kuurne

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Kuurne is a municipality in the Belgian province of West Flanders, situated just east of the Leie river. Its inhabitants are nicknamed ‘donkeys’ after a historic rivalry with nearby Kortrijk. The town hosts the annual Kuurne‑Brussels‑Kuurne cycling race and features a former medium‑wave transmitter.

Statistics

Area

10.01 km²

Population

12,591

Location