Contes, Pas-de-Calais facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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The church of Contes
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Location in France
Contes
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais | |
| Arrondissement | Montreuil | |
| Canton | Auxi-le-Château | |
| Intercommunality | CC Sept Vallées | |
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7.15 km2 (2.76 sq mi) | |
| Population
(1999)
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334 | |
| • Density | 46.71/km2 (120.99/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62236 /62990
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| Elevation | 15–113 m (49–371 ft) (avg. 23 m or 75 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Contes is a small and peaceful commune (which is like a small town or village) located in the northern part of France. It's found in the Hauts-de-France region, specifically in the Pas-de-Calais department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history.
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What is Contes Like?
Contes is a quiet place, perfect for those who enjoy nature and a calm lifestyle. It's not a big city; in 1999, only about 334 people lived there. This means it has a close-knit community feel.
Where is Contes Located?
Contes is in the Pas-de-Calais department, which is in the north of France. It's part of the Montreuil arrondissement and the Auxi-le-Château canton. The village is nestled in a landscape that ranges from 15 meters (about 49 feet) to 113 meters (about 371 feet) above sea level. This means it has some gentle hills and valleys. The total area of Contes is about 7.15 square kilometers (about 2.76 square miles).
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Contes has its own local government. The mayor, Christian Lecerf, helps manage the daily life of the village. Contes is also part of a larger group of communes called the Communauté de communes des Sept Vallées. This group works together on projects that benefit all the villages in the area, like managing local services or promoting tourism.
History of the Region
The area around Contes, known as Artois, has a very long and interesting history. It was once a powerful county in the Middle Ages. Over centuries, it was part of different kingdoms and empires, including the Duchy of Burgundy and the Spanish Netherlands, before finally becoming part of France. While Contes itself is a small village, it shares in the rich historical background of the wider Pas-de-Calais region.
See Also
- In Spanish: Contes (Paso de Calais) para niños
