Merelbeke
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Merelbeke is a town and former municipality in the Belgian province of East Flanders, located near Ghent. The area is characterized by its suburban character, ample green spaces, and rich history tied to the Flanders region.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a yellow field with a red engrailed border surrounding all edges. In the center of the yellow field is a black lion rampant with a red tongue and claws.
Symbolism: The flag is directly derived from the coat of arms of the former lordship of Merelbeke. The black lion on a yellow field with red claws and tongue references the Lion of Flanders, while the red engrailed border distinguishes this specific lordship.
Flag Description: The flag consists of a yellow field with a red engrailed border surrounding all edges. In the center of the yellow field is a black lion rampant with a red tongue and claws.
Symbolism: The flag is directly derived from the coat of arms of the former lordship of Merelbeke. The black lion on a yellow field with red claws and tongue references the Lion of Flanders, while the red engrailed border distinguishes this specific lordship.
Statistics
Area
36.65 km²
Population
24,886