Zwevegem
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Zwevegem is a municipality in the Belgian province of West Flanders, encompassing towns like Heestert and Moen. Founded as an agricultural area, it later became known for the Bekaert company established by Baron Leon Bekaert. Heestert Military Cemetery within Zwevegem holds graves from both British and German soldiers who died during World War I.
Statistics
Area
63.24 km²
Population
24,648