Leopoldsburg (; ; ) is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Limburg. On January 1, 2006, Leopoldsburg had a total population of 14,403. The total area is which gives a population density of . It is situated near the important military base at Beverloo Camp. The municipality consists of the following sub-municipalities: Leopoldsburg proper and Heppen.
History The town saw heavy fighting in September 1944 during Operation Market-Garden. Every year, these things are remembered by the town during remembrance engagements next to local highschools and hospitals. All combatants and civilian casualties are remembered.
See also Chalet d'Asdonck Limburg Shotguns, an American Football team from Leopoldsburg
References
External links
Official site of the municipality (in Dutch) An unofficial site of Leopoldsburg. In Dutch and English