Rouvreux
Rouvreux is a place name, most commonly a village or hamlet. It is found in several locations within French-speaking areas, particularly in Belgium and France. The name is derived from "rouvre," an archaic or regional term for a type of oak tree (specifically, Quercus petraea, the Sessile oak), combined with a suffix indicating a place or settlement. Therefore, "Rouvreux" generally signifies a place associated with or characterized by oak trees. In some instances, it may be part of a larger toponym.
Notable places named Rouvreux include:
- A village in the municipality of Sprimont, located in the province of Liège, Belgium.
The presence of the name "Rouvreux" in different areas often indicates a historical abundance of oak forests in those regions. Information about specific places named Rouvreux, such as population figures, local government, and points of interest, can be found through relevant local sources and geographical databases.