Almelo is a city located in the eastern part of the Netherlands, in the province of Overijssel.
Location Map of Almelo, Netherlands
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Where is Almelo Located?
Almelo is a city located in the eastern part of the Netherlands, in the province of Overijssel. It lies close to the German border and is part of the Twente region.Almelo is situated near several key cities, including Enschede to the east, Hengelo to the southeast, and Zwolle to the northwest.
The city covers an area of approximately 69 square kilometers (27 sq mi). As per official statistics, Almelo has a population of around 72,000 people.
Almelo is known for its historic canals, textile industry heritage, and cultural attractions. Popular places to visit include the Almelo City Center, Hagenpark, and Huize Almelo.
Almelo, Netherlands Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| City Name | Almelo |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Province | Overijssel |
| Region | Eastern Netherlands (Twente region) |
| Established | Medieval origins; granted city rights in 1394 |
| Population | 73,000 (latest estimate) |
| Total Area | 69.41 sq km (26.80 sq mi) |
| Population Density | About 1,050 people per sq km |
| Coordinates | 52.3567° N, 6.6625° E |
| Time Zone | Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) / Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2) |
| Postal Codes | 7600–7609 (e.g., 7601 AA, 7602 AB) |
| Area Code | +31 546 |
| Major Waterways | Almelo-Nordhorn Canal, Twente Canal |
| Transportation | Connected by rail and road networks; Almelo railway station is a key hub |
| Famous For | Textile industry history, canals, green spaces |
| Top Attractions | Schelfhorstpark, Hagenpark, Bolletje Museum, Almelo City Center |
| Official Website | https://www.almelo.nl |
Distance from Almelo to Major Cities in the Netherlands
- Amsterdam – 150 km (93 mi)
- Rotterdam – 180 km (112 mi)
- The Hague – 190 km (118 mi)
- Utrecht – 110 km (68 mi)
- Eindhoven – 140 km (87 mi)
- Groningen – 120 km (75 mi)
- Arnhem – 95 km (59 mi)
- Nijmegen – 110 km (68 mi)
- Enschede – 15 km (9 mi)
- Zwolle – 45 km (28 mi)
- Deventer – 40 km (25 mi)
- Apeldoorn – 65 km (40 mi)
- Haarlem – 155 km (96 mi)
- Breda – 165 km (103 mi)
- Maastricht – 200 km (124 mi)
