Houtem
Houtem | |
|---|---|
Village | |
Assumption of Mary Churchyard | |
| Coordinates: 51°00′33″N 2°36′30″E / 51.0092°N 2.6083°E | |
| Country | Belgium |
| Region | Flemish Region |
| Province | West Flanders |
| Municipality | Veurne |
| Area | |
• Total | 27.41 km2 (10.58 sq mi) |
| Population (1999) | |
• Total | 688 |
| • Density | 25/km2 (65/sq mi) |
| Time zone | CET |
Houtem is a village in the municipality of Veurne in the Belgian province of West Flanders. The village is located near the French border. Until 1977, Houtem was an independent municipality. During World War I, it was home to the Headquarters of the Belgian Army.