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Dance in the city’s most beautiful monument, challenge your friends to an axe-throwing contest, enjoy a Flemish carbonade in a unique atmosphere… Lille and its surroundings have plenty to offer!

Dance the tango at the Old Stock Exchange

Imagine yourself on a Sunday evening in summer… Gentle notes of music emanate from the Vieille Bourse, the city’s landmark building. As you pass through its doors, you’re captured by the dance steps of the men and women who perform there. A moment out of time.

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      Pedal boating on canals

      Get ready for a balancing act on the canals of the Lille metropolis, whether you’re standing or kneeling on your paddle board, or sitting comfortably on a pedalo. Le Grand Huit offers a wide choice of soft mobility means to discover the city in a different way.

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      Climb the belfry steps

      Standing 104 meters high, the belfry of Lille’s town hall offers a breathtaking 360° view of the city and its surroundings.

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      Eat in an estaminet

      These are small, traditional restaurants richly decorated in old-fashioned style, from which you can smell the sweet smells of French fries and maroilles. Don’t leave without sampling the delicious regional cuisine.

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      Beer tasting workshop

      Step through the doors of a bar or microbrewery and learn to taste beer like a pro.

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