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Introducing Lille

Lille (Rijsel in Flemish) may be France’s most underrated major city. In recent decades this once-grimy industrial metropolis, its economy based on declining technologies, has transformed itself – with generous government help – into a glittering and self-confident cultural and commercial hub. Highlights for the visitor include an attractive old town with a strong Flemish accent, three renowned art museums, stylish shopping, some fine dining options and a cutting-edge, student-driven nightlife scene. The Lillois are justly proud of their reputation for friendliness.

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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009

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  1. MTL avatar
    RE: Train option Paris - Brussels

    by MTL 13 September 2011

    The only direct train is indeed the Thalys. It is strange that you can't book and yes, it will be more expensive if you uy your ticket…
  2. bpollet avatar
    RE: Train option Paris - Brussels

    by bpollet 13 September 2011

    Hello, you should have a look on Eurolines webstite. There you'll have the possibility to book a bus. But It may take 4 hours to get to…
  3. Kerouac2 avatar
    RE: Paris to London train

    by Kerouac2 02 September 2011

    Before comparing fares, don't forget to factor in airport transportation costs and security hassles. The train from CDG to London require…

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