Shopping in textile DNA Factory outlets in Roubaix

In Roubaix, shopping has a memory.

Within the walls of old spinning mills and reinvented factories, brands still tell thestory of the city’stextile history. Here, you can buy directly from the source, in factory outlets where expertise meets good value.

Clothing, household linen, home decoration, sportswear… Roubaix combines its industrial heritage with smart shopping, just a stone’s throw from the museums, workshops and cultural venues of the Quartier Créatif.

Why Roubaix is a factory outlet destination?

Shopping in Roubaix tells a story.

It’s the story of a city shaped by the textile industry, where factories have given way to open, lively and accessible spaces. Here, factory outlets don’t sit on the outskirts of the city, but are part of the urban fabric and the very identity of the town itself.

Roubaix has long been an area of creation, production and transformation. Today, this industrial culture is reflected in the brands that offer quality items at reduced prices, directly derived from local or regional know-how.

Choosing Roubaix for your shopping also means taking the time to discover a friendly, inventive town, where heritage, culture and good bargains come together naturally.

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Factory outlets in Roubaix

In Roubaix, factory outlets are part of a strong industrial history, while at the same time offering an accessible and contemporary shopping experience. There are two emblematic sites where you can discover this facet of the city, each with its own identity and atmosphere.

L’Usine Roubaix
Housed in a former textile factory, L’Usine Roubaix is one of Roubaix’s must-visit shopping venues. You’ll find a wide range of ready-to-wear, sportswear, household linen and accessories brands on offer at reduced prices all year round.

The store retains the industrial soul of the building, while offering a clear and pleasant shopping experience. Easy to get to, L’Usine Roubaix combines shopping, strolling and discovering the city’s heritage, just a few minutes from the city centre and major cultural sites.

McArthurGlen Roubaix
Located in the immediate vicinity of the city centre, McArthurGlen Roubaix offers an open-air shopping experience, organised around pedestrianised streets and friendly spaces. The centre is home to a wide range of national and international brands in fashion, sport, accessories and lifestyle.

Designed as a place to stroll around, McArthurGlen Roubaix offers a pleasant atmosphere, punctuated by restaurants and services. Its location makes it easy to integrate into a day of sightseeing, cultural discovery, gourmet breaks and shopping.

A day's shopping in Roubaix

In Roubaix, shopping is a great way to get away from it all.

Start the day with a visit to the factory outlets, easily accessible from the city centre. Take your time to browse, try and compare. There’s no race against time here: you shop, discover and exchange.

At lunchtime, take a break in one of the centre’s restaurants or estaminets. This is your chance to sample some friendly, local or creative cuisine.

In the afternoon, extend the experience with a cultural visit. The La Piscine museum, housed in a former Art Deco swimming pool, or a stroll through the Quartier Créatif, provide a natural link between shopping, heritage and creativity.

Practical info to organise your visit

Roubaix’s factory outlets are easily accessible by both public transport and car. Metro, tram and bus services serve the city centre and the main shopping districts. Car parks are also available nearby.

Opening times vary from store to store. We recommend that you consult the detailed information sheets before your visit.

For a more enjoyable experience, it is best to visit during the week or at the start of the day. Sales and end-of-collection periods are particularly good times to take advantage of the best opportunities.

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There’s more to Roubaix than its factory outlets.
Between museums, cultural venues, urban walks and fine dining, the city offers a thousand ways to round off your day.

Take the time to explore the Quartier Créatif, discover current exhibitions or simply lose yourself in the streets steeped in history. In Roubaix, every visit is an invitation to look differently, to understand and to feel.

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