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|population = 12,161<ref>[https://www.lingewaard.nl/feiten-en-cijfers/ "Feiten en cijfers"] Population numbers of Lingewaard</ref>
|population = 12,161<ref>[https://www.lingewaard.nl/feiten-en-cijfers/ "Feiten en cijfers"] Population numbers of Lingewaard</ref>
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'''Bemmel''' is a [[town]] in the eastern [[Netherlands]], in the [[province]] of [[Gelderland]]. It is located in the [[Betuwe]] region, and falls under the [[municipality]] of [[Lingewaard]]. The town is situated between the major [[city|cities]] of [[Arnhem]] and [[Nijmegen]], and is bordered by the [[Waal (river)|Waal]] river in the south. Bemmel has a population of 12,161 (as of 1 January 2020).
'''Bemmel''' is a [[town]] in the eastern [[Netherlands]], in the [[Provinces of the Netherlands|province]] of [[Gelderland]]. It is located in the [[Betuwe]] region, and falls under the [[Municipalities of the Netherlands|municipality]] of [[Lingewaard]]. The town is situated between the major [[city|cities]] of [[Arnhem]] and [[Nijmegen]], and is bordered by the [[Waal (river)|Waal]] river in the south. Bemmel has a population of 12,161 (as of 1 January 2020).


==History==
==History==
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==Landscape==
==Landscape==
[[File:Cherry plantation (Bemmel, Lingewaard).jpg|thumb|right|279px|Cherry orchard of ''[[Prunus avium]]'' in Bemmel]]
[[File:The Bemmelish floodplain during high water (2020).jpg|thumb|The floodplains of Bemmel during high water]]
Bemmel is located within the [[drainage basin|catchment area]] of the rivers [[Waal (river)|Waal]] and [[Linge]]. It contains mainly [[soil fertility|fertile]] [[soil]]s of nutrient-rich river [[deposition (geology)|deposits]]. The area is well suited for [[horticulture]]; it features many [[greenhouse]]s and [[orchard]]s.
Bemmel is located within the [[drainage basin|catchment area]] of the rivers [[Waal (river)|Waal]] and [[Linge]]. It contains mainly [[soil fertility|fertile]] [[soil]]s of nutrient-rich river [[deposition (geology)|deposits]]. The area is well suited for [[horticulture]]; it features many [[greenhouse]]s and [[orchard]]s.


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[[File:Gelderse Poort Bemmel PM16-04.jpg|thumb|right|279px|[[Riparian forest]]s in the [[floodplains]] of Bemmel]]
[[File:Gelderse Poort Bemmel PM16-04.jpg|thumb|right|279px|[[Riparian forest]]s in the [[floodplains]] of Bemmel]]


Along and through the most western part of Bemmel runs Park Lingezegen. This is a [[Netherlands|Dutch]] landscape park, located between the cities of Arnhem and Nijmegen. The most notable part of Park Lingezegen that runs through Bemmel is the [[Estate (land)|estate]] of [[Doornik, Gelderland|Doornik]]. It is an important area for rare Dutch meadow birds, including the [[grey partridge]], [[yellowhammer]], and [[Eurasian skylark]].
Along and through the most western part of Bemmel runs Park Lingezegen. This is a Dutch landscape park, located between the cities of Arnhem and Nijmegen. The most notable part of Park Lingezegen that runs through Bemmel is the [[Estate (land)|estate]] of [[Doornik, Gelderland|Doornik]]. It is an important area for rare Dutch meadow birds, including the [[grey partridge]], [[yellowhammer]], and [[Eurasian skylark]].


==Annual festivals==
==Annual festivals==
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* Horse Days of Bemmel ([[Dutch language|Dutch]]: ''Bemmelse Paardendagen'') - The annual pony market and [[horse racing|horserace]] of the town, around the second Sunday in August.<ref>[http://www.bemmelsepaardendagen.nl/ Bemmelse Paardendagen Website] Retrieved 17 November 2019</ref>
* Horse Days of Bemmel ([[Dutch language|Dutch]]: ''Bemmelse Paardendagen'') - The annual pony market and [[horse racing|horserace]] of the town, around the second Sunday in August.<ref>[http://www.bemmelsepaardendagen.nl/ Bemmelse Paardendagen Website] Retrieved 17 November 2019</ref>


==Notable residents==
==Notable people==
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Notable people who were born, have lived, or are living in Bemmel include:
Notable residents in Bemmel include:
* Peter Rietbergen (1950) - Dutch [[historian]]
* [[Joop Puntman]] (1934–2013), Dutch [[ceramist]] and sculptor<ref>[https://rkd.nl/nl/explore/artists/65086 RKD] ''Joop Puntman Biographical Data''</ref>
* Joop Schaminée (1957) - Dutch [[botanist]]
* Ruben Hein (1982) - Dutch [[jazz]] [[musician]]
* [[Cayfano Latupeirissa]] (born 1991), Dutch professional [[football player]]
* [[Cayfano Latupeirissa]] (1991) - Dutch professional [[football player]]
* [[Jesse Schuurman]] (born 1998), Dutch professional [[football player]]
* Jochem Nuva Macare (1997), known as Nuva27 - Dutch [[rock and roll|rock-'n-roll]] [[musician]]
* [[Jesse Schuurman]] (1998), Dutch professional [[football player]]
* Wouter Macare (1999) - Dutch [[drummer]] for [[death metal]] band [[Inferum]]


==Photo gallery==
==Photo gallery==
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| '''Type of institution'''
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| Over Betuwe College
| Over Betuwe College
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== Sport ==
== Sport ==
[[File:SC Bemmel.jpg|thumb|right|279px|The football [[stadium]] of SC Bemmel]]
[[File:SC Bemmel.jpg|thumb|right|279px|The football [[stadium]] of SC Bemmel]]
The following sport facilities are located in Bemmel:
[[Yoast United]] is a professional [[basketball]] team located in Bemmel, playing in the national highest level [[Dutch Basketball League]]. The following sport facilities are located in Bemmel:
{| class="wikitable"
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| '''Name:'''
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| '''Type of sport:'''
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| [[Yoast United]]
| [[Basketball]]
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| SC Bemmel
| SC Bemmel
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| MHC Bemmel
| MHC Bemmel
| [[Hockey]]
| [[Field hockey|Hockey]]
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| Batouwe Basketball|BV Batouwe
| [[Batouwe Basketball|BV Batouwe]]
| [[Basketball]]
| [[Basketball]]
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* Bemmel is often called "Bemmely Hills" by its younger residents. This [[nickname]] for the town is often used on [[social media]]<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/bemmelyhills/?hl=nl Hashtag #BemmelyHills on Instagram] Retrieved 3 March 2020</ref> and is probably derived from the name of the [[United States|American]] city [[Beverly Hills]].
* Bemmel is often called "Bemmely Hills" by its younger residents. This [[nickname]] for the town is often used on [[social media]]<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/bemmelyhills/?hl=nl Hashtag #BemmelyHills on Instagram] Retrieved 3 March 2020</ref> and is probably derived from the name of the [[United States|American]] city [[Beverly Hills]].
* The alternative name of Bemmel during [[carnaval]] is: '''t Kaokelnest'' ([[English (language)|English]]: ''The Cackle Nest'')
* The alternative name of Bemmel during [[carnaval]] is: '''t Kaokelnest'' ([[English (language)|English]]: ''The Cackle Nest'')

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== References ==
{{Reflist}}


== External links ==
== External links ==
{{Commons category|Bemmel}}
* [http://www.lingewaard.nl/ Lingewaard Official Website]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20191111221037/https://www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/natuurgebieden/gelderse-poort/ Gelderse Poort Official Website]
* [http://www.lingewaard.nl/ Lingewaard official website]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20191111221037/https://www.staatsbosbeheer.nl/natuurgebieden/gelderse-poort/ Gelderse Poort official website]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20150801173010/http://historischekringbemmel.nl/ Historical Association of Bemmel]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20150801173010/http://historischekringbemmel.nl/ Historical Association of Bemmel]


{{Dutch municipality Lingewaard}}
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== References ==
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[[Category:Municipalities of the Netherlands disestablished in 2003]]
[[Category:Populated places in Gelderland]]
[[Category:Populated places in Gelderland]]
[[Category:Former municipalities of Gelderland]]
[[Category:Former municipalities of Gelderland]]

Latest revision as of 12:49, 30 October 2024

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Bemmel
Town
Bemmel Theaterchurch
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Flag of Bemmel
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Coat of arms of Bemmel
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Bemmel is located in Gelderland
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Location in the Netherlands
Bemmel is located in Netherlands
Bemmel
Bemmel
Bemmel (Netherlands)
Coordinates: 51°53′30″N 5°53′45″E / 51.89167°N 5.89583°E / 51.89167; 5.89583
CountryNetherlands
ProvinceGelderland
MunicipalityLingewaard
Population
 (2020)
12,161[1]
DemonymBemmelaar
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postcode
6681
Area code0481
Major roadsA15
Websitebeleefbemmel.nl

Bemmel is a town in the eastern Netherlands, in the province of Gelderland. It is located in the Betuwe region, and falls under the municipality of Lingewaard. The town is situated between the major cities of Arnhem and Nijmegen, and is bordered by the Waal river in the south. Bemmel has a population of 12,161 (as of 1 January 2020).

History

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The former municipality of Bemmel merged in 2001 with the former municipalities Huissen and Gendt. In 2003 this merged municipality was renamed Lingewaard. The municipal building of Lingewaard is located in Bemmel.

From 1990 to 2006, Bemmel was considerably expanded with three new housing estates: Klaverkamp, Klein Rome, and Essenpas. The hamlets of Doornik and De Pas are also included with Bemmel. The hamlet of Vossenpels is partly included with Bemmel and partly included with Lent; which became part of the municipality of Nijmegen in 1998.

Landscape

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The floodplains of Bemmel during high water

Bemmel is located within the catchment area of the rivers Waal and Linge. It contains mainly fertile soils of nutrient-rich river deposits. The area is well suited for horticulture; it features many greenhouses and orchards.

In the south of Bemmel (outside the dykes) lies Dutch rewilding area the Gelderse Poort, which is managed by Staatsbosbeheer. The area contains typical habitats of the Dutch riverscapes, including: kolks, riparian forests and grasslands. There is a mining company located in the area, which extracts sand and gravel out of the ground.

Riparian forests in the floodplains of Bemmel

Along and through the most western part of Bemmel runs Park Lingezegen. This is a Dutch landscape park, located between the cities of Arnhem and Nijmegen. The most notable part of Park Lingezegen that runs through Bemmel is the estate of Doornik. It is an important area for rare Dutch meadow birds, including the grey partridge, yellowhammer, and Eurasian skylark.

Annual festivals

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Notable annual festivals and events in Bemmel include:

  • International Four Days Marches Nijmegen - A multiple day marching event in mid-July, which comes through Bemmel. Depending on the edition, it will be on the first or the fourth day.
  • Bemmelse Dweildag - An international festival for marching bands in Bemmel, on the second Sunday in June.
  • Horse Days of Bemmel (Dutch: Bemmelse Paardendagen) - The annual pony market and horserace of the town, around the second Sunday in August.[2]

Notable people

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Notable residents in Bemmel include:

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Education

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Primary school 'Pius X' in Bemmel

The following educational institutions are located in Bemmel:

Name Type of institution
Over Betuwe College High school
Pro College Bemmel Vocational school
Pius X Primary school
Borgwal Primary school
Regenboog Primary school
Donatushof Primary school
De Vlinderboom Primary school

Sport

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The football stadium of SC Bemmel

Yoast United is a professional basketball team located in Bemmel, playing in the national highest level Dutch Basketball League. The following sport facilities are located in Bemmel:

Name Type of sport
Yoast United Basketball
SC Bemmel Football
MHC Bemmel Hockey
BV Batouwe Basketball
Tennisclub Bemmel Tennis
De Schaapskooi Physical fitness
TWC 't Verzetje Cycle sport
Vereniging Kidang Volleyball
BC Bemmel 72 Badminton
Rugbyclub Betuwe Rugby football
Ki-Aikido Bemmel Aikido

Trivia

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References

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  1. ^ "Feiten en cijfers" Population numbers of Lingewaard
  2. ^ Bemmelse Paardendagen Website Retrieved 17 November 2019
  3. ^ RKD Joop Puntman Biographical Data
  4. ^ Hashtag #BemmelyHills on Instagram Retrieved 3 March 2020
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