Blerick (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈbleːrɪk]; Limburgish: Bliërik [ˈbliəʀɪk];[tone?]

It lies on the west bank of the Meuse and its origin goes back to the Roman era as a military stronghold and settlement en route from Mosa Trajectum (Maastricht) to Noviomagus (Nijmegen).

Up to the second world war Blerick formed together with Baarlo and Maasbree one municipality.

Under German rule Blerick became part of the municipality of Venlo.

The built-up area of the city district was 7.27 km2, and contained 10866 residences.