Laarne
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Laarne is a municipality in East Flanders, Belgium, encompassing Kalken and Laarne proper. Historically, it lay near a former course of the Scheldt river and was strategically important for guarding Ghent. The castle in Laarne dates back to the 12th century and has undergone significant restoration.
Statistics
Area
32.07 km²
Population
12,487