Leopoldsburg (; ; ) is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Limburg. On January 1, 2006, Leopoldsburg had a total population of 14,403. The total area is which gives a population density of . It is situated near the important military base at Beverloo Camp.
The municipality consists of the following sub-municipalities: Leopoldsburg proper and Heppen.
History
The town saw heavy fighting in September 1944 during Operation Market-Garden. Every year, these things are remembered by the town during remembrance engagements next to local highschools and hospitals. All combatants and civilian casualties are remembered.
See also
- Chalet d'Asdonck
- Limburg Shotguns, an American Football team from Leopoldsburg
References
External links
- Official site of the municipality (in Dutch)
- An unofficial site of Leopoldsburg. In Dutch and English