Vitry-en-Artois

Vitry-en-Artois is a village in northern France located in the Pas-de-Calais department, composed mainly of residential neighborhoods and public spaces. The settlement sits on flat land and centers around a town hall that serves the local population with municipal services.

The village received military recognition through the Croix de guerre award for its role and sacrifice during World War I. In 1886, it changed its name from Vitry to Vitry-en-Artois to clarify its regional location and administrative status.

The village has roots in craft and farming traditions that still shape how residents care for their properties and public green spaces.

Visitors can explore the village on foot as it sits on flat terrain with straightforward layout and accessible public spaces. The best time to visit is during local events or weekdays when municipal services are active and the town is most lively.

Public monuments in the village honor residents who participated in or fell during both World Wars, serving as visible reminders of the community's shared history. These memorials are regularly maintained and gather residents for local ceremonies throughout the year.

Location: canton of Vitry-en-Artois

Location: Pas-de-Calais

Location: arrondissement of Arras

Elevation above the sea: 50 m

Shares border with: Quiéry-la-Motte, Biache-Saint-Vaast, Brebières, Fresnes-lès-Montauban, Izel-lès-Équerchin, Noyelles-sous-Bellonne, Sailly-en-Ostrevent

Address: 62490 Vitry-en-Artois, France

Phone: +33321501628

Email: raynal.debailleul@vitryenartois.fr

Website: http://vitryenartois.fr

GPS coordinates: 50.32583,2.98306

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:46