Marck, Pas-de-Calais facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marck
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 Marck
Location in France
Marck
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais | |
| Arrondissement | Calais | |
| Canton | Calais-Est | |
| Intercommunality | Communauté d'agglomération du Calaisis | |
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31.55 km2 (12.18 sq mi) | |
| Population
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9,235 | |
| • Density | 292.71/km2 (758.12/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62548 /62730
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| Elevation | 0–14 m (0–46 ft) (avg. 6 m or 20 ft) |
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Marck is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region and is part of the Pas-de-Calais department. Marck is situated near the famous port city of Calais. In 2006, the town had a population of 9,235 people.
About Marck
Marck is a commune in France. A commune is like a local government area, similar to a township or a small municipality in other countries. It's the smallest administrative division in France. Marck is part of the Pas-de-Calais department. A department is a larger administrative area, a bit like a county or a province. The Pas-de-Calais department is located in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region, which is one of the main administrative regions of France.
Location and Geography
Marck is located in the north of France. Its coordinates are about 50.9486 degrees north and 1.9508 degrees east. This means it's quite close to the coast and the English Channel. The town sits at an average height of 6 meters (about 20 feet) above sea level. Its lowest point is at sea level (0 meters), and its highest point is 14 meters (about 46 feet). The total area of Marck is 31.55 square kilometers, which is about 12.18 square miles.
People and Government
As of 2006, Marck had a population of 9,235 residents. The town is governed by a mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Marck was Serge Péron. The mayor is the head of the local government and is responsible for managing the town's services and representing its people. Marck is also part of a larger group of communes called the Communauté d'agglomération du Calaisis. This group works together on common projects and services for the area around Calais.
