Bellingeweer is part of the town of Winsum, in Groningen, Netherlands. Originally, it was an independent village built on a wierde. Bellingeweer had its own medieval church, which was demolished in 1824. However, the cemetery is still there.

Bellingeweer
Typical farmhouse in Bellingeweer
Typical farmhouse in Bellingeweer
Bellingeweer is located in Groningen (province)
Bellingeweer
Bellingeweer
Location of Bellingeweer in the province of Groningen
Coordinates: 53°19′35.08″N 6°31′7.73″E / 53.3264111°N 6.5188139°E / 53.3264111; 6.5188139
CountryNetherlands
ProvinceGroningen
MunicipalityHet Hogeland

The wierde on which the village is built dates from around the year 1 AD and is still clearly visible.

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