Lille is a top travel destination, with its Flemish ambience, excellent museums, great food and beer, and the world-renowned Grande Braderie (Europe’s biggest flea market).
Lille (or Ryssel in Flemish) is the most important city in northern France, and the fourth biggest in France. It has a very young population (including many students), and a vibrant cultural scene.
The award of European Capital of Culture in 2004, and the massive investment that came with it, have helped boost the profile of the city. Lille is also very accessible and has been growing in popularity ever since the Eurostar arrived in 1994.
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