Oud-Rekem

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Oud-Rekem
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The gardens of Aspremont-Lynden Castle
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Oud-Rekem
Location in Belgium
Coordinates: 50°55′30″N5°42′26″E / 50.9250°N 5.7072°E / 50.9250; 5.7072
Country Flag of Belgium (civil).svg  Belgium
Region Flemish Region
Province Limburg
Municipality Lanaken
Area
[1]
 • Total0.25 km2 (0.10 sq mi)
Population
 (2021) [1]
 • Total415
 • Density1,700/km2 (4,300/sq mi)
Time zone CET

Oud-Rekem is a village in the Lanaken municipality of the Limburg province of Belgium. The village is considered one of the most authentic villages of Belgium. [2] [3] Since 1994, it is protected as a monument. [4]

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History

Oud-Rekem was first mentioned in 1140 as Radekeim. [4] The village was first a heerlijkheid . In 1356, it became a barony, and was elevated to county in 1623. [5]

During the 16th, 17th and 18th century, the town was located in a heavily contested area. Oud-Rekem was plundered, and had to station troops on multiple occasions. [4] In 1602, the first walls were erected around the town. Between 1625 and 1630, a second layer of defence was erected. In 1638, a third wall was built in between the first and second. Even though the walls were removed between 1825 and 1836, traces are still visible. [4]

In 1795 or 96, Oud-Rekem became part of Rekem, [5] and in 1977, the municipality was merged into Lanaken. [6]

In 1994, the old centre was protected as a monument. [4] Oud-Rekem won the election for most beautiful village of Flanders  [ nl ] in 2008. [3] [7]

Sights

Donkeys in Oude Weerd Rekem Oude Weerd 14-11-2020 11-44-19.jpg
Donkeys in Oude Weerd

The Aspremont-Lynden Castle is located in the centre. The original castle dated from the Carolingian era. A larger castle was built in 1350 and existed until 1507. In 1597, the current castle was built by Count Herman d'Aspremont-Lynden. In 1792, the castle was confiscated by the French who demolished parts of the building. In 1921, the castle became a psychiatric hospital. The castle is surrounded by a large garden. [8]

The Oude Weerd  [ nl ] is a nearby nature reserve which consists of grasslands, hedges, and pools. It is home to badgers and beavers. [9]

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References

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  2. ↑ "Oud - Rekem". River Park Maas Vallei (in Dutch). Retrieved 27 February 2021.
  3. 1 2 "Mooiste Dorp Oud-Rekem". Lanaken (in Dutch). Retrieved 27 February 2021.
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  5. 1 2 "Rekem". Agentschap Onroerend Erfgoed (in Dutch). Retrieved 27 February 2021.
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