Virton

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Virton

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

Location