Thumeries

Thumeries is a commune with 3942 inhabitants (as of January 1, 2011 ) in the department of Nord, in the Nord -Pas -de -Calais. The inhabitants call themselves Thumerisien (ne) s

History

Thumeries was for the first time in 1187 in a papal bull of Pope Celestine III. mentioned, he confirmed that Thumeries was a fief of the chapter saint Piat in Seclin.

Geography

Thumeries is located 4.85 km to the northeast of Oignies.

Population Development

Policy

Armand Masquelez is mayor of Thumeries.

Economy

The community is home to a sugar factory. A large part of the population works in agriculture.

Local products

  • Sugar
  • Sugar beet
  • Cereals
  • Vegetables

Attractions

The Château Blanc ( White Castle ) was built in 1541. It is now privately owned.

Personalities

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