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Tingry
Coat of arms of Tingry
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Tingry is located in France
Tingry
Tingry
Location in France
Tingry is located in Hauts-de-France
Tingry
Tingry
Location in Hauts-de-France
Country France
Region Hauts-de-France
Department Pas-de-Calais
Arrondissement Boulogne-sur-Mer
Canton Samer
Intercommunality Samer et environs
Area
1
11.36 km2 (4.39 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
319
 • Density 28.08/km2 (72.73/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+01:00 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code
62821 /62830
Elevation 29–174 m (95–571 ft)
(avg. 71 m or 233 ft)
1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.

Tingry is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Pas-de-Calais area, which is part of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. This charming commune is known for its quiet countryside and friendly community.

Where is Tingry Located?

Tingry is situated in the Pas-de-Calais department. This department is in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of France. It is located near the city of Boulogne-sur-Mer.

Geographical Features

The village of Tingry is built on land that ranges from 29 meters (about 95 feet) to 174 meters (about 571 feet) above sea level. The average elevation is around 71 meters (about 233 feet). This varied landscape includes both lower areas and higher points.

The total area of Tingry is about 11.36 square kilometers (around 4.39 square miles). This makes it a relatively small commune in terms of land size.

Population and Community

As of 2006, Tingry had a population of 319 people. This means it is a small and close-knit community. The people who live in Tingry are called Tingryens.

The local government of Tingry is led by a mayor. From 2008 to 2014, the mayor was Daniel Forestier. The commune also works with nearby towns as part of the "Samer et environs" group. This helps them share resources and services.

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