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Slow down to get some fresh air...

Travel at your own pace, meet the locals, explore green spaces… There’s so much to do in and around Lille for visitors looking to embrace slow tourism.

Green spaces... and blue!

To experience Lille like a local, head out for some fresh air in the 110-hectare Citadel Park — a favourite Sunday spot for everyone! Discover more parks and green spaces across the Lille metropolitan area in our nature selection. And find even more activity ideas along the many canals and lakes throughout the region.

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Other ways to visit...

How about discovering Lille by bike or bike taxi ? Let yourself be surprised by our unexpected tours. And for the best local tips and insider addresses, turn to the locals themselves — join a Greeters walk in Lille or Roubaix, or check out the savvy advice from Tripsters in Roubaix.

Get out and explore

Set off on an adventure across the Lille metropolitan area, by bike or on foot, with our suggested getaways and detailed brochures. Create your own routes using the “Point Noeuds” network — well known to our Belgian neighbours and now gradually expanding across Lille. And don’t miss the sports facilities and activities listed below, all certified as part of the “Innovative and Sustainable Destination” label.

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Cycling tours around Lille

More sustainable ideas

Lille European Metropolis has been awarded the “Destination Innovante et Durable” (Innovative and Sustainable Destination) label, and is committed to responsible tourism.

The label

The Lille Metropole destination has been awarded the “Innovative and Sustainable Destination” label. This national certification highlights the collective commitment of our region and its stakeholders to sustainable tourism, reflected in many concrete initiatives.