Pantin is a commune situated in the northeastern suburbs of Paris within the Île-de-France region of France. It is located approximately 6.4 km (4.0 mi) from the center of Paris and has a population of about 62,000 residents.
The geography of Pantin is primarily characterized by a plain that serves as a transit corridor. The area is crossed by national roadways 2 and 3, the Paris–Strasbourg railway line, and the canal de l'Ourcq.