Valenciennes
town in northern France in the Nord département on the Scheldt river. As of 1999, the commune has a population of 42 343 while the entire urban area numbers 399 677.
Economy
Until the 1970s, the main industries were steel and textile. Since their decline, reconversion attempts focus mainly on automobile : In 2001, Toyota built there its Assembly line for the Toyota Yaris in western europe.
Administration
Valenciennes is a subprefecture of the Nord département.
Mayors since 1947
Miscellaneous
- Inhabitants are called valenciennois.
People born in Valenciennes
This city, location, landmark or geographical location article is a stub. You can help BambooWeb by .
