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Vaalser Hill

mountain, Netherlands
Also known as: Vaalserberg
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Vaalser Hill, also known as Vaalserberg, is the highest point in the Netherlands, reaching an elevation of 1,053 feet (321 meters). It is located in the extreme southeastern corner of the country, in the border zone of the Ardennes. This region is characterized by elongated ridges formed by ice tongues during the Saale Glacial Stage. The Netherlands itself is a low-lying country, with much of its populated area situated at or below sea level, protected by dunes and dikes. Vaalserberg is part of the Ardennes region, which is a plateau cut by rivers and has poor drainage in its higher points.12

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  1. Belgium - Relief, drainage, and soils
  2. Netherlands - Relief

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