zeerelfde

Zeerelfde is a fictional municipality and village in the northern Veridia region. It comprises a compact historic core and surrounding rural areas, with an estimated population of 2,500. The name origins are uncertain; local tradition suggests it derives from a phrase meaning junction of two streams, though linguistic evidence is limited.

Located in the northern Veridian highlands, Zeerelfde sits at about 250 meters above sea level, bordered by mixed forests and farmland. The climate is temperate, with regular rainfall and mild winters.

Zeerelfde was established in the 12th century as a market settlement and grew around a central square. It remained under local noble influence until the modern era, when it adopted a municipal form of government within Veridia.

The local economy blends dairy farming, artisanal crafts, and small-scale tourism. The annual Zeerelfde Market Festival brings craftspeople and farmers to the square. Regional specialties include aged cheese and rye bread.

Notable sites include the 15th-century Clock Tower, the Market Hall, and a parish church with medieval fresco fragments. The surrounding hills also host preserved windmills and walking trails.

Zeerelfde is connected by regional roads and bus services; the nearest rail line and regional airport are located in the regional capital.