Lille City Breaks

Lille City Breaks - French with a hint of Flemish
Lille is like two cities in one with its mixture of French and Flemish heritage and with a journey time of only 1h40 from London Waterloo International it is an ideal destination for city breaks or even a day trip. The centre of Lille, despite being the fifth-largest city in France, is small enough to walk round, making it ideal for a weekend break. This beautiful city was also one of the European Capitals of Culture for 2004,Lille’s squares and gardens spring into life over the summer making it an ideal time to visit.

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City Breaks in Lille - A shopper's paradise
The futuristic Euralille, the regions premier shopping centre, the famous Wazemmes Sunday market and many boutiques, designer outlets and department stores means that Lille really is fantastic for shopping city breaks to hunt out a bargain or stock up on French delicacies. Lille is a laid back city operating a relaxing pace, with most locals lying in on a Monday morning as most shops stay closed. Sunday, however is vibrant with market day in full swing.

Lille City Breaks - A great city for food lovers
Food lovers will not be disappointed in Lille as there is a wide range of restaurants, brasseries and cafes serving everything from gastronomic cuisine to moules and frites. As a university city, Lille has a lively nightlife with bars, cafes, theatres and jazz clubs most staying open until the early hours. Lille also excels in the unusual, making it ideal for a sightseeing break, take in the watery sculptures at Roubaix's Piscine and visit Maison de Folies (Mad House) in Wazemmes for art and a memorable steam bath in a former factory.