Berlare (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈbɛrlaːrə]) is a municipality located in the Belgian province of East Flanders. The municipality comprises the towns of Berlare proper, Overmere [nl] and Uitbergen [nl], as well as the village Donk [nl]. The Donkmeer, a large lake and a regional tourist attraction, is located centrally in the municipality. In 2021, Berlare had a total population of 15,222.[2]
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Location of Berlare in East Flanders ![]() | |
Coordinates: 51°01′30″N 04°00′09″E | |
Country | Belgium |
Community | Flemish Community |
Region | Flemish Region |
Province | East Flanders |
Arrondissement | Dendermonde |
Government | |
• Mayor | Katja Gabriëls (Open VLD) |
• Governing party/ies | Open VLD, sp.a |
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• Total | 37.82 km2 (14.60 sq mi) |
Population (2018-01-01)[1] | |
• Total | 14,849 |
• Density | 390/km2 (1,000/sq mi) |
Postal codes | 9290 |
Area codes | 09, 052 |
Website | www.berlare.be |
It was where the 1798 rebellion against French rule, known as the "Peasants' War" began in 1798.
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