Aalsum, Friesland

Aalsum ( Frisian: Ealsum ) is a village in the municipality Dongeradeel in the Dutch province of Friesland. It is located north of Dokkum and has about 150 inhabitants (2008 ).

History

Aalsum was built on a mound, but which is already partially removed. In addition, in Aalsum is a church dating back to 1200, which is dedicated to Catherine of Alexandria.

During the Second World War were carried arms shipments to Aalsum. These were dropped on a farm near the church. Although only 2 kilometers away was a Post of the Wehrmacht, the arms shipments were not detected.

Demographics

• Population: 1999: 153
• 2002: 161
• 2003: 161
• 2004: 162
• 2008: 150