Profondeville (Belgium) — municipality in Namur province
Profondeville is a Walloon municipality in Namur province, Belgium, located on the Meuse south of Namur city. It had 11,424 inhabitants in 2007 and includes several villages and rural landscapes.
Overview
Profondeville is a municipality in Wallonia, the French-speaking region of Belgium, situated in the province of Namur. It lies along the valley of the Meuse and is located south of the city of Namur. The municipality contained 11,424 residents in 2007. Its position at approximately 50°22′N, 04°52′E places it within reach of regional transport links while retaining a largely rural character.
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Geography and character
The landscape around Profondeville combines riverfront terraces, wooded hills and small agricultural plots. The Meuse River forms a prominent natural axis, offering stretches of shoreline and scenic viewpoints. The municipality is made up of a central town and a number of smaller villages and hamlets that give it a dispersed settlement pattern typical of the area.
History and development
Like many places in the Namur region, Profondeville has medieval roots and developed over centuries around agriculture, river trade and local craft. Over time its communities adapted to modern transport and suburban growth while maintaining elements of traditional village life.
Economy, recreation and landmarks
The local economy is mixed: small businesses, services, agriculture and tourism connected to outdoor activities. Popular pastimes include hiking and cycling on marked trails, boating on the Meuse and exploring local churches and rural architecture. Typical points of interest are riverside views, village squares and woodland paths.
Administration and visiting
Profondeville is governed as a Belgian municipality with a town council and mayor. Practical visitor information and municipal services can be found on the official local website or the provincial portal. For official information see the municipal site at Profondeville municipal page and provincial resources at Namur province information.
Notes
- Coordinates: 50°22′N, 04°52′E.
- Population figure cited is from 2007; current figures are maintained by Belgian statistical offices.
- Visitors often combine a trip to Profondeville with nearby Namur and other Meuse valley destinations.
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AlegsaOnline.com Profondeville (Belgium) — municipality in Namur province Leandro Alegsa
URL: https://en.alegsaonline.com/art/79365
Sources
- statbel.fgov.be : Werkelijke bevolking per gemeente op 1 januari 2007 / Population de droit par commune au 1 janvier 2007 (.xls)
- statbel.fgov.be : Geografische coördinaten van de gemeenten (.xls)
- commons.wikimedia.org : Profondeville