Hannut

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On January 1, 2006, Hannut had a total population of 14,291. The total area is Script error: No such module "convert"., which gives a population density of Script error: No such module "convert"..

The municipality consists of the following districts: Abolens, Avernas-le-Bauduin, Avin, Bertrée, Blehen, Cras-Avernas, Crehen, Grand-Hallet, Hannut, Lens-Saint-Remy, Merdorp, Moxhe, Petit-Hallet, Poucet, Thisnes, Trognée, Villers-le-Peuplier, and Wansin.

The Battle of Hannut, which began May 12, 1940, is credited with being the first battle between tanks of World War II.

Hannut has a water park, many famous chateaus and a few museums. The town center has many restaurants.

Transport

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