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Rudi Devoght's artwork is an ode to the three villages, while the surrounding fountain refers to the nearby Scheldt River. The monument is 2.80 meters high and adds a special touch to the square. It was officially inaugurated on November 19, 2008. The structure consists of a fountain with three water jets, symbolizing the three polder villages. In the center of the fountain stands a young boy gazing into the distance. He looks toward the future alongside the stream. This boy represents Lillo. A sturdy man with tools toils in the heavy polder soil, symbolizing Berendrecht. A slender woman from Zandvliet and a lapwing represent the spirit of mobility. Just as the polder villages form a single whole, these three figures represent a harmonious family. Above these three figures stands a kind of dome made up of about forty old rakes. Residents were asked to bring old rakes, rakes, and axes. Rudi Devoght's use of old, reclaimed materials makes each artwork unique and exudes a sense of dimension. Source: https://standbeelden.be/standbeeld/1656

Special place, even emptier in the dark

In the context of the fiftieth anniversary of the Berendrecht-Zandvliet-Lillo district, the Varkensmarkt was redesigned in 2008. Rudi Devoght created “Een vaste relatie bij de Schelde” to symbolize the three villages. The construction consists of a fountain with three water jets, which symbolize the three polder villages. In the middle of the fountain, a little boy is staring into the distance. He is looking next to the stream towards the future. That boy represents Lillo. A sturdy man with tools is struggling in the heavy polder soil and symbolizes Berendrecht. A slim Zandvliet woman and a lapwing represent the mobility. Just as the polder villages form one whole, these three figures represent a harmonious family. Above these three figures is a kind of dome consisting of forty old rakes. The residents were asked to bring old rakes, rakes and axes. The use of old, used materials makes each work of art by Rudi Devoght unique and radiates a dimension of work.

historic site, cafeteria, beautiful view, walk fort

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Doel, a picturesque village in the province of East Flanders, has a history dating back to the 17th century. Originally a polder village of agriculture and shipping. But times are changing significantly for this quiet town. The fate of Doel was forever influenced by the expansion of the port of Antwerp, one of the world's largest and busiest seaports. The port needed more space for new docks and infrastructure, and Doel was nearby. The expansion of the port led to a gradual exodus of the village. Many residents left their homes and Doel began to change. But Doel didn't just give up. A heated discussion arose about the future of the village. On the one side were people who advocated the preservation and restoration of Doel as a cultural heritage. They see the charm of the old houses and the rich history of the village as reasons to save the village from the demolition hammer. On the other side, there were eviction supporters. They argued that Doel had to make way for the economic interests of the port of Antwerp. This group wanted to give up Doel and house the residents elsewhere. As the argument raged, Doel started off slowly in a ghost town. Many houses were abandoned and disturbed in disrepair. But there was also an unexpected twist. Artists and graffiti artists discovered Doel and began using abandoned buildings as their canvas. Colorful murals and artwork adorned the expensive walls. This brought a new wave of interest to the village, now not only for its history but also as an emerging arts destination. The future of Doel remains uncertain. Political decisive and economic developments will ultimately determine what will happen to the village. The story of Doel is an intriguing mix of history, economics, and cultural creativity, and it remains a place that continues to evolve in an ever-changing world. #WandelTotaal

You will encounter the silence of a ghost village. All those houses that were expropriated to no avail and now form one graffiti painting.

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