Smallest Cities in Gelderland

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Smallest Cities - Gelderland

1 Matendonk 5,225
2 Silvolde 5,375
3 Doornsteeg 5,400
4 Opheusden 5,460
5 Westervoort 5,635
6 Matenveld 5,895
7 Varsseveld 5,995
8 Druten 6,270
9 Woudhuis 6,375
10 Orden 6,385
11 Kerkdriel 6,580
12 t Harde 6,685
13 Hengstdal 7,010
14 Wehl 7,035
15 Gendt 7,286
16 Rheden 7,400
17 Ruurlo 8,083
18 Hengelo 8,457
19 Vorden 8,491
20 Dinxperlo 8,565
21 Scherpenzeel 8,820
22 Heerde 8,850
23 Groenlo 9,119
24 Lent 9,160
25 Warnsveld 9,200
26 Renkum 9,421
27 Heteren 9,593
28 Voorthuizen 9,710
29 Leesten 10,000
30 Eerbeek 10,103
31 Hatert 10,210
32 Ermelo 10,255
33 Ulft 10,440
34 Borculo 10,498
35 Neede 11,047
36 Doesburg 11,064
37 Oosterbeek 11,138
38 Zelhem 11,203
39 Hattem 12,228
40 Lochem 12,360
41 Lunteren 12,510
42 Vaassen 12,719
43 Gorssel 13,369
44 Valburg 13,449
45 Twello 13,500
46 Veldhuizen 14,585
47 Dieren 14,842
48 Bennekom 15,160
49 Huissen 15,782
50 Lindenholt 16,121
51 Eibergen 16,493
52 Didam 16,603
53 Elst 16,689
54 Velp 17,669
55 Bemmel 18,104
56 Groesbeek 18,870
57 Lichtenvoorde 19,224
58 Nunspeet 19,496
59 Wisch 19,496
60 Brummen 21,344
61 Elburg 21,844
62 Putten 23,168
63 Voorst 24,790
64 Duiven 25,469
65 Beuningen 25,557
66 Geldermalsen 25,734
67 Zevenaar 26,063
68 Zaltbommel 26,383
69 Aalten 27,516
70 Culemborg 29,121
71 Winterswijk 29,623
72 Barneveld 30,027
73 Wijchen 32,693
74 Epe 33,385
75 Nijkerk 38,335
76 Wageningen 39,635
77 Harderwijk 40,516
78 Tiel 40,702
79 Zutphen 47,423
80 Doetinchem 49,906
81 Ede 72,460
82 Apeldoorn 138,945
83 Arnhem 164,096
84 Nijmegen 177,359

The smallest cities in Gelderland (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Matendonk has a population of just 5,225. 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 5,225 residents, Matendonk 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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