Limburg (Netherlands)
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Limburg is the southernmost province of the Netherlands, bordering Germany and Belgium. The province's name originates from the medieval Duchy of Limburg, centered around the town of Limbourg-sur-Vesdre. Key cities include Maastricht, Venlo, and Sittard-Geleen, with a significant population concentrated in the southern part of the province.
Statistics
Area
2,153.00 km²
Population
1,120,006