Right in the heart of town, the Parc de la Citadelle is a must-see in any visit to Lille. Covering 110 hectares, it is the largest expanse of green space in the “Capital of Flanders”. It’s also an iconic historical landmark, boasting a citadel dating back to the 17th century. Built on the orders of Vauban, […]
The Nord region has a strong culinary identity, with a range of local specialities like Maroilles cheese, chips, beer and waffles. Its gastronomy is renowned for being hearty and generous, just like its people. Lille, the region’s capital, is a Mecca for the culinary arts. It was even voted best European city for food in […]
“Le Welsh”, chips, beer, the “Ch’ti” accent, rain… These are the things you generally associate with Northern France. But have you ever visited Lille, the Capital of Flanders? It might not be a destination you’d find at the top of many bucket lists, but it’s definitely worth a visit! This beautiful, vibrant and friendly city […]