City of Pas-de-Calais region in Haut-de-France, Longuenesse takes up to eighty kilometers from Arras and its citadel. It is located near Saint Omer Wizernes and Arques. Longuenesse experienced over the centuries a very eventful history. Located on the road to Saint-Omer, she experienced many attacks including the Norman hordes and other invaders from all backgrounds. The town has, however, forged a pleasant face and vibrant over the centuries, illustrating particularly during the First World War through an aerodrome which proved particularly strategic.
Today it continues to attract visitors to its charming setting as well as for its architectural and historical heritage that indicate an illustrious past and eventful interest.
