CONDÉ, a town of France, situated at the confluence of the Haine with the Scheldt, department of Nord. It is a fortress of the first class, its defences having been constructed by Vauban; and possesses a handsome church, town-hall, military hospital, &c. The navigation of the river enables it to carry on an extensive trade in coals, cattle, and corn. Manufactures—starch, leather, and cordage. In the early history of France, Condé was subjected to frequent sieges. It surrendered to the Austrians in 1794, but was recaptured at the close of the same year. Pop. 3500.