ANDpoort

ANDpoort is a fictional municipality created for illustrative purposes. It is described as a coastal town in the western part of the imagined country of Nordhaven, located at a natural harbor connected to a river system and a network of canals.

Name and origin: The toponym blends the acronym 'AND' with the Dutch word poort, meaning gate, symbolizing its role as a harbor gateway in the fiction.

History: ANDpoort began as a small fishing village in the Middle Ages and gained municipal rights in the 15th century. The harbor expanded in the 18th century, fueling trade and shipbuilding, with later industrial development shaping its urban form.

Geography and infrastructure: The town lies on a flat coastal plain, with wetlands nearby and a man-made harbor used for ferries, cargo, and recreation. It is connected by a regional rail line, a highway loop, and local bus services, with the port serving regional logistics.

Demographics and economy: In the fictional profile, ANDpoort has about 11,000 residents. The economy centers on logistics, port services, light manufacturing, and tourism, with a multilingual community and public institutions employing a sizable portion of the workforce.

Governance and culture: The municipality is governed by an elected council and a mayor. Cultural amenities include a maritime museum and a public library, and annual events celebrate harbor heritage and water-related activities within Nordhaven's regional framework.