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Berlare (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈbɛrlaːrə]) is a municipality located in the Belgian province of East Flanders. The municipality comprises the towns of Berlare proper, Overmere [nl] and Uitbergen [nl], as well as the village Donk [nl]. The Donkmeer, a large lake and a regional tourist attraction, is located centrally in the municipality. In 2021, Berlare had a total population of 15,222.
History
It was where the 1798 rebellion against French rule, known as the "Peasants' War" began in 1798.
Places of interest
The church of Saint Martin and a 17th-century pillory in the center of Berlare proper. The Castle of Berlare, also in the town centre, was opened to the public in 2012.
The Bareldonk Chapel, built in the 14th century and expanded in 1774 in Rococo style, is situated in Donk. There is a Way of the Cross and calvary with sculptures by Aloïs De Beule [nl] next to the chapel.
The Donkmeer is a lake, about 86 ha in size, that came into existence through the harvesting of peat.
Recreation area Nieuwdonk.
Forested areas with trails include Berlare Broek and the Gratiebossen.
Riekend Rustpunt is a very small museum about the historic river transport of manure from the city to the countryside.
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Coat of arms
BerlareLocation in Belgium
Location of Berlare in East Flanders
Belgium
Saint Martin's in Berlare
The Bareldonk Chapel in the village Donk
The Castle of Berlare
The Donkmeer is a regional tourist attraction
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