Saint-Aubain Cathedral

Built in a classical style with touches of baroque and rococo, Saint-Aubin Cathedral stands as a testament to its remarkable endurance through history. The current building, measuring 78 meters long and 17 meters wide, took 16 years to complete starting in 1751, followed by a full reconstruction after the devastating Sambre flood around 1900. But the cathedral is much more than just a religious site—it’s a true artistic masterpiece. Step inside to see for yourself! Bathed in almost divine light streaming through the massive dome, the central nave and its stucco decorations suddenly come alive in all their splendor. Adding to this marvel is a unique collection of paintings by renowned Belgian artists like Anthony Van Dyck and Jacob Jordaens. The highlight? The chance to see fragments of the True Cross and Christ’s thorns, brought directly from Constantinople in 1206. Truly astonishing!