Molenhoek is a hamlet in the Dutch province of Gelderland. It is a part of the municipality of Druten, and lies about 11 km northwest of Wijchen.[3][4]
Molenhoek | |
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Hamlet | |
![]() Farm in Molenhoek | |
Coordinates: 51°51′55″N 5°36′56″E | |
Country | Netherlands |
Province | Gelderland |
Municipality | Druten |
Area | |
• Total | 0.42 km2 (0.16 sq mi) |
Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) |
Population (2021)[1] | |
• Total | 130 |
• Density | 310/km2 (800/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Postal code | 6631[1] |
Dialing code | 0487 |
It was first mentioned in 1899 as Molenhoek, and means "wind mill corner" after a wind mill which was demolished in 1922.[5] The postal authorities have placed Molenboek under Horssen[6]
Populated places in the municipality of Druten | |
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List of cities, towns and villages in Gelderland |
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