Merkem | |
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| Coordinates: 50°57′18″N2°51′02″E / 50.95500°N 2.85056°E | |
| Country | Belgium |
| Province |  West Flanders |
| Municipality | Houthulst |
| Area | |
| • Total | 26.42 km2 (10.20 sq mi) |
| Population (2005) | |
| • Total | 2,245 |
| • Density | 85/km2 (220/sq mi) |
| Source: NIS | |
| Postal code | 8650 |
Merkem is a town in the Belgian province West Flanders. It is a part (deelgemeente) of the municipality of Houthulst.
Coordinates: 50°57′N2°51′E / 50.950°N 2.850°E
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