Saffelbeek

Saffelbeek is a small village located in the province of Flemish Brabant in Belgium. It is part of the municipality of Londerzeel. The village is situated in the northern part of Flemish Brabant, close to the border with East Flanders. Historically, Saffelbeek was an agricultural community, with farming being its primary economic activity for centuries.

The name "Saffelbeek" is believed to derive from a combination of the word "saffel" and "beek," which means "brook" in Dutch. This suggests the presence of a small stream that was significant to the area. Like many rural settlements in Belgium, Saffelbeek has seen changes over time, with a gradual shift away from purely agricultural pursuits towards a more mixed economy.

The village retains a quiet, rural character, though it is increasingly a residential area for people working in nearby towns and cities. Saffelbeek is characterized by its landscape of fields and scattered farmhouses, interspersed with newer housing developments. The local church often serves as a central point of the community. Despite its small size, Saffelbeek maintains a distinct identity within the larger municipality of Londerzeel.