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Lignite mine, Kerkrade, Limburg, Netherlandsi
| Regional Level Types | |
|---|---|
| Lignite mine | Open-Cast Mine (Flooded) |
| Kerkrade | Municipality |
| Limburg | Province |
| Netherlands | Country |
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Latitude & Longitude (WGS84):
50° 53' 5'' North , 6° 3' 8'' East
Latitude & Longitude (decimal):
Type:
Open-Cast Mine (Flooded) - last checked 2022
Köppen climate type:
Nearest Settlements:
| Place | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hopel | 2,240 (2017) | 0.9km |
| Chevremont | 3,160 (2017) | 1.2km |
| Haanrade | 2,015 (2017) | 1.6km |
| Kerkrade | 49,777 (2017) | 2.2km |
| Kaalheide | 2,840 (2017) | 2.5km |
Nearest Clubs:
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| Club | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vieille Montagne Heritage | Kelmis / La Calamine, Belgium | 20km |
Other/historical names associated with this locality:
Bruinkolenmijn te Eygelshoven; Groeve Herman
Brown coal / lignite was mined in two phases. The first period from 1920 to 1923, the second period from 1945 to 1949.
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Lignite mine, Kerkrade, Limburg, Netherlands