Virton
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Virton is a city and municipality located in the province of Luxembourg, Belgium, serving as its administrative center. Historically, the area was inhabited by Romans who named it Vertunum before Frankish rebuilding. The city experienced periods of conflict under Burgundian, Spanish, and Dutch rule, later prospering under Austrian governance.
Statistics
Area
94.49 km²
Population
11,323