Chièvres

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For the lord of Chièvres, advisor to Emperor Charles V, see: William de Croÿ.

Chièvres is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Hainaut. On January 1st, 2006 Chièvres had a total population of 6,198. The total area is 46.91 km² which gives a population density of 132 inhabitants per km².

The "de Croÿ" hotel and the St. Martin church.
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The "de Croÿ" hotel and the St. Martin church.
The St. John the Baptist chapel (XIIth century).
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The St. John the Baptist chapel (XIIth century).

Coordinates: 50°35′N 3°48′E