Etten is a village in the Dutch province of Gelderland. It is located in the municipality of Oude IJsselstreek, 7 km southeast of Doetinchem.
Etten | |
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Village | |
Former monastery St Lidwina | |
| Coordinates: 51°55′0″N 6°20′11″E | |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Province | Gelderland |
| Municipality | Oude IJsselstreek |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.97 km2 (4.24 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Population (2021)[1] | |
| • Total | 1,850 |
| • Density | 170/km2 (440/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code | 7075[1] |
| Dialing code | 0315 |
Etten was a separate municipality until 1818, when it was merged with Gendringen.[3]
It was first mentioned around 1200 as de Ettene. The etymology in clear.[4] The village started on a river dune along the Oude IJssel. The Dutch Reformed Church dates from the 15th century. The tower has 11th century elements.[5] Castle Schuylenburgh was a medieval castle. It was bombed twice during World War II, and later demolished.[6] In 1840, it was home to 292 people.[7]
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1105 document was a forgery
Populated places in the municipality of Oude IJsselstreek | |
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List of cities, towns and villages in Gelderland | |
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