Cambrai (Nord Pas-de-Calais) Pop: 34,000

A textile town since the 14th century, Cambrai is noted for fine linen. Its surroundings are fertile fields used for growing cereals and beets.

Attractions in Cambrai

Cambrai Cathedral - built during the 12th through 14th centuries

Betises de Cambrai - factory producing mint sweets known throughout France

Andouillettes - small delectable sausages

Festival of the Sugar Towns - each March featuring confectionary wares

Cambrai Museum of Fine Arts - sculptures, 16th and 17th century paintings, and local archeological items dating to Roman era

Caudry Lace Museum

River Boat Excursions

Vaucelles Abbey - partially restored Cistercian monastery