Ideally situated just 50 minutes away from Paris, Arras is the destination of choice, the perfect escape for a romantic weekend, a week of cultural delight or an inspiring family holiday. Marvel at its unique architectural environment, its squares and its belfry. Lose yourself among the charming streets, as you browse the shops or hunt out the city’s heritage treasures. Linger awhile on a café terrace and savour the dolce vita in the air. In Arras and the Pays d’Artois, you’ll have the time to enjoy life.
Don’t miss the must-sees of Arras: the Top 10
Do you want to tour Arras in 10 essential stages over a weekend with family or friends? From the Belfry to the Boves, from the squares to the museums, from Main Square music festival to […]
The Belfry of Arras: a balcony overlooking the city
A visit of Arras always starts with the Belfry. Majestic, it prompts admiration from the ground, wonder at its summit, and awe when it is illuminated every year. Universally identifiable thanks to the gilded lion […]
The Citadel of Arras, From Vauban to UNESCO
The Citadel of Arras is a site that is unique in France. Built by Vauban in the seventeenth century, its three centuries of military history have left us with an exceptional heritage. Demilitarised and added […]
The Squares of Arras, la dolce vita
The Grand’Place and the Place des Héros, also known as the Petite Place or “little square”, are like no others in Northern Europe. They constitute a theatrical setting, an agora, a unique architectural ensemble, an […]