glanshoek

Glanshoek is a Dutch toponym used for several very small localities in Dutch-speaking parts of Europe. It is typically found as a place name rather than as the name of an independent municipality, and its use tends to be restricted to local contexts, historical records, or regional maps.

Etymology of the name is not conclusively documented. The elements glans and hoek derive from Dutch words meaning “gloss/shin” and “corner/angle,” respectively. The combination may reflect a descriptive feature of the landscape, a notable bend in a road, a boundary marker, or another local landmark that once distinguished a particular spot. Over time, such descriptive names often persist even after the original feature has changed or disappeared.

Geographic usage and status: Glanshoek appears in various regional gazetteers and historical references, with several instances in the Netherlands and in parts of Flanders. Most occurrences refer to hamlets, neighbourhoods, or landmarks within larger municipalities. In many cases, the name is more prominent in older records and may not be in active use on current maps. As with other toponyms, the precise boundaries and administrative ties of a place called Glanshoek typically fall under the jurisdiction of the surrounding municipality or province.

Notable features: There are no widely recognized national landmarks, institutions, or cultural associations specifically known as Glanshoek. The name is primarily of local and historical interest, rather than a national point of reference.

See also: Dutch toponymy, list of place names in the Netherlands, place-name etymology.