Wismes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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The church of Wismes
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 Wismes
Location in France
Wismes
Location in Hauts-de-France
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais | |
| Arrondissement | Saint-Omer | |
| Canton | Lumbres | |
| Intercommunality | Pays de Lumbres | |
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11.93 km2 (4.61 sq mi) | |
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483 | |
| • Density | 40.49/km2 (104.86/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
62897 /62380
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| Elevation | 73–191 m (240–627 ft) (avg. 128 m or 420 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. | ||
Wismes is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the northern part of France. It is found in the Hauts-de-France region, specifically within the Pas-de-Calais department.
Wismes is a quiet place where about 483 people lived in 2016. It covers an area of almost 12 square kilometers (about 4.6 square miles). The town is known for its peaceful countryside and traditional French charm.
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Where is Wismes Located?
Wismes is situated in the Pas-de-Calais department, which is in the north of France. This area is part of the larger Hauts-de-France region.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The commune is close to larger towns like Saint-Omer, which is the main city for its arrondissement. It is also part of the Lumbres canton, which is a group of communes managed together.
How High is Wismes?
The land in Wismes is not completely flat. Its lowest point is about 73 meters (240 feet) above sea level, and its highest point reaches 191 meters (627 feet). The average height of the town is around 128 meters (420 feet).
How Wismes is Governed
Like all communes in France, Wismes has its own local government.
The Mayor of Wismes
The mayor of Wismes is a person named Jean-Luc Hochart. He was elected to lead the commune for the term from 2014 to 2020. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the town's services and make decisions for the community.
Working with Other Towns
Wismes is part of a group of communes called the Pays de Lumbres. This group works together on shared projects and services, like waste management or public transport, which helps all the towns in the area.
Images for kids
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The church of Wismes
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The coat of arms for Wismes
See Also
In Spanish: Wismes para niños
