Proven | |
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Coordinates: 50°53′25″N2°39′27″E / 50.89028°N 2.65750°E Coordinates: 50°53′25″N2°39′27″E / 50.89028°N 2.65750°E | |
Country | Belgium |
Province | West Flanders |
Municipality | Poperinge |
Area | |
• Total | 13.10 km2 (5.06 sq mi) |
Population (1999) | |
• Total | 1,394 |
Source: NIS | |
Postal code | 8972 |
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