Zonhoven

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Zonhoven

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Zonhoven is a municipality in the Belgian province of Limburg, situated north of Hasselt. Archaeological findings indicate habitation dating back to 11,000 BCE. The name 'Zonhoven' relates to the Zonderikbeek stream, not the sun, despite local interpretations.

Statistics

Area

39.34 km²

Population

21,237

Location