Europa-Frankreich-Pas-de-Calais-Saint-Omer

Saint-Omer originated in the early Middle Ages around a monastery and developed into an important religious and cultural center. Due to its location in Flanders, the city was long contested between France, Burgundy, and the Spanish Netherlands. In the 17th century, Saint-Omer finally became part of France and was fortified. The city remained an important center of trade and education and is today known for its historic old town and the surrounding marshes and canal landscapes.