Appen is a hamlet in the Dutch province of Gelderland.[3] It is located in the municipality of Voorst, about 0.5 km southwest of Gietelo [nl], to which it belongs.[4]
Appen | |
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Hamlet | |
Coordinates: 52°10′54″N 6°7′45″E | |
Country | Netherlands |
Province | Gelderland |
Municipality | Voorst |
Area | |
• Total | 5.67 km2 (2.19 sq mi) |
Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) |
Population (2021)[1] | |
• Total | 50 |
• Density | 8.8/km2 (23/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Postal code | 7383[1] |
Dialing code | 0575 |
It was first mentioned in 1299 as Appenses. The etymology is unknown.[5] The postal authorities have placed it under Voorst.[6] In 1840, it was home to 808 people. Nowadays, it consists of about 20 houses.[7]
Populated places in the municipality of Voorst | |
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List of cities, towns and villages in Gelderland |
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