Smallest Cities in Flanders

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Flanders

1 Diegem 5,001
2 Linden 5,042
3 Hingene 5,047
4 Erpe 5,056
5 Schriek 5,062
6 Glabbeek 5,070
7 Langemark 5,079
8 Varsenare 5,101
9 Moorsel 5,103
10 Ruiselede 5,129
11 Eke 5,168
12 Elewijt 5,172
13 Veldegem 5,189
14 Desselgem 5,234
15 Hekelgem 5,258
16 Bissegem 5,310
17 Oostham 5,320
18 Beveren-Leie 5,331
19 Mere 5,335
20 Sijsele 5,348
21 Achel 5,365
22 Muizen 5,386
23 Lendelede 5,393
24 Dworp 5,470
25 Beverst 5,483
26 Rillaar 5,518
27 Westende 5,522
28 Kwaadmechelen 5,574
30 Meeuwen 5,668
31 Bazel 5,687
32 Bekkevoort 5,714
33 Veerle 5,748
34 Rijmenam 5,755
35 Kalken 5,782
36 Eksel 5,804
37 Geetbets 5,813
38 Ruddervoorde 5,832
39 Baasrode 5,847
40 Moerbeke 5,855
42 Meerbeke 5,866
43 Zwevezele 5,873
44 Itegem 5,911
45 Hofstade 5,927
46 Baal 5,931
47 Alsemberg 5,943
48 Denderhoutem 6,000
49 Schepdaal 6,004
50 Eksaarde 6,005
51 Negenmanneke 6,043
52 Zuun 6,043
53 Ruisbroek 6,043
54 Beerzel 6,077
55 Dilsen 6,099
56 Moorsele 6,102
57 Kaprijke 6,114
58 Nieuwerkerken 6,174
59 Lichtaart 6,212
60 Erps-Kwerps 6,213
61 Sinaai 6,319
62 Oedelem 6,360
63 Hever 6,426
64 Klemskerke 6,447
66 Herne 6,459
67 Adegem 6,473
68 Brakel 6,513
69 Hechtel 6,605
71 Sint-Laureins 6,657
72 Sint-Lenaarts 6,685
73 Heers 6,689
74 Lemberge 6,726
75 Geluwe 6,757
76 Wellen 6,804
77 Vorst 6,824
78 Reet 6,865
79 Wachtebeke 6,911
80 Zutendaal 6,962
81 Booischot 6,973
82 Oostmalle 7,034
83 Eernegem 7,040
84 Grembergen 7,080
85 Scherpenheuvel 7,162
86 Halle 7,200
87 Kortenaken 7,374
88 Zwijnaarde 7,379
89 Tongerlo 7,404
90 Lissewege 7,412
91 Zuienkerke 7,412
92 Oostrozebeke 7,489
93 Burcht 7,494
94 Zingem 7,552
95 Gavere 7,552
96 Dikkelvenne 7,552
97 Asper 7,552
98 Marke 7,575
99 Kessel 7,591
100 Sleidinge 7,640

The smallest cities in Flanders (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Diegem has a population of just 5,001. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

  • 1. At 5,001 residents, Diegem is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
  • 2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
  • 3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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