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 The monument to the dead of Ytres | |
 Location of Ytres | |
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| Coordinates:50°03′56″N2°59′37″E / 50.0656°N 2.9936°E /50.0656; 2.9936 | |
| Country | France |
| Region | Hauts-de-France |
| Department | Pas-de-Calais |
| Arrondissement | Arras |
| Canton | Bapaume |
| Intercommunality | Sud-Artois |
| Government | |
| • Mayor(2020–2026) | André-Marie Lecat[1] |
Area 1 | 4.26 km2 (1.64 sq mi) |
| Population (2023)[2] | 425 |
| • Density | 99.8/km2 (258/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code | 62909 /62124 |
| Elevation | 94–133 m (308–436 ft) (avg. 120 m or 390 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Ytres (French pronunciation:[itʁ];Picard:Ite) is acommune in thePas-de-Calaisdepartment in theHauts-de-France region ofFrance.[3]
Ytres is a farming village situated in the heart of thePas-de-Calais department in northernFrance. Located 20 miles (32 km) southeast ofArras, the village is a popular tourist destination. The village is located at the junction of three main roads, namely the D7, D19, and D18E roads, which provide access to nearby towns and villages.
Ytres has a rich history that dates back to the early 14th century. During theHundred Years' War, the village was an important stronghold for theFrench army, and it played a crucial role in theBattle of Crecy in 1346. However, Ytres is known for its role inWorld War I, when it was completely destroyed during theBattle of the Somme in 1916.
Despite the devastation wrought upon the village during the war, Ytres was rebuilt and restored in the years that followed. Many of its buildings date back to the 18th and 19th centuries.
Ytres is located near theA2 autoroute, which passes by to the north of the commune. This major highway provides access to the village from nearby cities likeLille andParis.
Another notable feature of Ytres is its location along theCanal du Nord, a major shipping canal that was built between 1911 and 1914. The canal passes by to the south of the village, and it is a popular spot for boating and fishing enthusiasts.
The village's museum, located in the town hall, houses a collection of artifacts and documents related to the village's history.
Ytres is also home to several churches and chapels.The Église Saint-Martin, located in the heart of the village, is an example of Gothic architecture and features intricate stained glass windows and a bell tower. The Chapelle Sainte-Barbe, located just outside the village, is a smaller chapel that dates back to the 16th century and is known for its ornate carvings and frescoes.
| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 442 | — |
| 1975 | 396 | −1.56% |
| 1982 | 354 | −1.59% |
| 1990 | 361 | +0.25% |
| 1999 | 393 | +0.95% |
| 2007 | 417 | +0.74% |
| 2012 | 437 | +0.94% |
| 2017 | 435 | −0.09% |
| Source: INSEE[4] | ||
