Travelling to Lille

Discover the young and cultural city of Lille, whose Flemish influence can be seen not only in its architecture but also in the irrepressibly cheerful nature of its residents. At just an hour from London, Lille is the capital of the northern France region, lying on the border with the Flemish part of Belgium.

The Braderie de Lille is the biggest fleamarket in Europe and includes all kinds of fringe events and gatherings. Among the many boutiques and shops in Lille you'll find Europe's largest bookshop, the Furet du Nord, which has over 7,000 square metres of bookworm heaven, and often hosts cultural gatherings, debates and lectures.

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