Arras is a city located in northern France situated at the confluence of the Scarpe and Crinchon rivers. It serves as the prefecture of the Pas-de-Calais department within the Hauts-de-France region. Prior to 2014, the city was part of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region.
The city is recognized as the historic center of the Artois region. It is notable for its Baroque town square and its historical significance within northern France.