Cheap flights to Lille
Situated on the northern border of France, Lille is thought to have been some form of settlement from as far back as 2,000BC. Today the city proudly displays its historic heritage and has fast become a popular destination for a European city break.
Lille is a complete mix of old and new and its vibrant and dynamic atmosphere means that it is constantly moving and developing with the times. There are a selection of historic buildings and famous cobbled narrow streets, an excellent choice of bars and restaurants and some of the best art galleries and museums outside of Paris.
The city has hints of Spanish, Dutch and German, yet is still a really exquisite French city at its heart, full of beautiful Flemish and Belgian influence in its architecture and cuisine.
January 2013
Aux Merveilleux: The â€Merveilleuxâ€, a meringue wrapped in chocolate whipped cream and covered with chocolate shavings is a traditional delicacy of northern France. Pastry chef Fred Vaucamps is considered to be the best Merveilleux confectioner in the region, which may explain why his shops are always crowded (67 rue de la Monnaie, tel: 03 2051 9959).
April 2013
(Place de la République, tel: 03 2006 7800) Want to see rarely exhibited drawings by Raphael, Botticelli, Michelangelo and Dürer? Strokes of Genius takes place at the Palais des Beaux Arts from 5 April to 1 July, and includes some exceptional Renaissance works from the museum's collection - one of the most important in France.
April 2013
Get the best view in town from the top of the imposing belfry that crowns the Town Hall. At 104m high, it is the tallest municipal building in France. Be warned there are 400 steps!