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Nieuw-Scheemda
Sign in to saveNieuw-Scheemda (also: Scheemderhamrik; Gronings: Nij Scheemte) is a village in the Dutch province of Groningen. It is a part of the municipality of Oldambt. The village has grown together with 't Waar, however both are considered separate entities even though they share facilities.
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- Nieuw Scheemda
- Region
- Groningen
- Country
- Nederland
- Population
- 235
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Nieuw-Scheemda (also: Scheemderhamrik; Gronings: Nij Scheemte) is a village in the Dutch province of Groningen. It is a part of the municipality of Oldambt. The village has grown together with 't Waar, however both are considered separate entities even though they share facilities.
== History == Nieuw-Scheemda was established in 1659 as a daughter settlement of Scheemda. In 1545, a first dike was built along the Dollart. In 1597, a second dike was constructed which resulted in more than of additional land to be cultivated. Nieuw-Scheemda is located in the reclaimed land. In 1661, the church of the village was constructed.
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