Raismes
Raismes (French pronunciation: [ʁɛm]) is a commune in the Nord department in northern France. The flutist Gaston Blanquart (1877–1962) was born in Raismes.
Raismes is known for hosting the annual rock music festival Raismes Fest.
Population
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
|---|---|---|
| 1968 | 18,357 | — |
| 1975 | 16,573 | −1.45% |
| 1982 | 15,606 | −0.86% |
| 1990 | 14,099 | −1.26% |
| 1999 | 13,699 | −0.32% |
| 2007 | 13,145 | −0.51% |
| 2012 | 12,906 | −0.37% |
| 2017 | 12,587 | −0.50% |
| Source: INSEE | ||
Notable residents
- Pierre Pruvost (1890–1967) geologist