Arkel
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In 2017, the village of Arkel had 3.445 inhabitants. The built-up area of the village was 0.42 km² and contained 1.125 residences.[2] The statistical area "Arkel", which also includes the surrounding countryside, has a population of around 3220.[3] Though there are little places of cultural interest in Arkel, there is a 19th-century domed church and a 19th-century windmill.
History
Although nowadays a modest village, in the Middle Ages it was the origin of the renowned Lords of Arkel, who owned considerable territories including the town of Gorinchem.
Transportation
Arkel is served by Arkel railway station. It is located north of the town.
References
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- ↑ Ad van der Meer and Onno Boonstra, Repertorium van Nederlandse gemeenten, KNAW, 2011.
- ↑ Statistics Netherlands (CBS), Bevolkingskernen in Nederland 2001 Template:Webarchive. (Statistics are for the continuous built-up area).
- ↑ Statistics Netherlands (CBS), Statline: Kerncijfers wijken en buurten 2003-2005 Template:Webarchive. As of 1 January 2005.
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