Bierges

Bierges is a village in Belgium, located in the province of Walloon Brabant. It is a district of the municipality of Wavre and forms part of the broader central Brabant region.

Geographically, Bierges lies in central Belgium, roughly 20 to 25 kilometers south of Brussels. The area is predominantly rural, with a mix of farmland, small woodlands, and residential development that reflects its role as a village within a growing suburban zone.

Historically, the area has medieval origins and has long been associated with the Brabant region. Over the 20th century, Bierges experienced gradual suburbanization as the town of Wavre expanded and the Brussels metropolitan area extended its influence.

Economy and land use in Bierges are characterized by agriculture and small-scale local businesses, alongside residential housing. Today the village also serves as a commuter-like community for people working in nearby towns or in Brussels, while retaining a village atmosphere.

Transport and services are centered on regional road connections, with the nearest railway stations located in Wavre and other nearby towns. Major motorways are accessible within a short drive. Local amenities typically include a parish church, modest shops, and schools serving residents and surrounding rural areas.

Notable features of the area include its quiet village streets, traditional farms, and the Brabant landscape that surrounds Bierges, contributing to its identity as a rural-urban fringe community within the Flemish-speaking cultural region of Belgium.