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Dutch-Belgian Boundary Marker 1843

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Dutch-Belgian Boundary Marker 1843

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Location: Voeren, Tongeren, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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November 18, 2024

When the border treaty between Belgium and the Netherlands was signed in 1843, it was decided to place 388 border posts, numbered from 1 to 364. At some points where the Maas forms the border, there are two posts, one on the Dutch side and one on the Belgian side. Later, extra posts were placed at the end, because a piece of land, and therefore a piece of border, was added due to land reclamation. In the meantime, some posts have also been lost and here and there an extra one has been added. There are probably now just over 400. The posts are made of cast iron and weigh 372 kilograms. Each post is provided with the Belgian Lion on the Belgian side and the Dutch Lion with sword and arrows on the other side. And each post has a number. The numbers run from border post number 1 at the Drielandenpunt in Vaals, to 369 in Zeeuws Vlaanderen. The year 1843 is on almost all posts.

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Leon

February 11, 2025

nice how the borders here v

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Mike

September 13, 2025

Historic boundary marker from 1843 marking the boundary between the Netherlands and Belgium. A unique landmark along the route, perfect for a quick stop or photo opportunity.

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Location: Voeren, Tongeren, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

Dutch-Belgian Boundary Marker 1843

1. View of the Limburg Hills – Bench by the Gulp loop from Slenaken

2. View of Epen – View of the Limburg Hills loop from Epen

3. Scenic Path Along the River – Broekbos loop from Slenaken

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