Lille was born out of the water of the Deûle river, a slow-flowing tributary situated on a major route between the great Flemish towns and the Champagne fairs.The town initially developed at a transhipment point on the Deûle, which required boats to be unloaded until they reached a more navigable section of the river. The town’s origins were therefore as a port, which preceded its role as a merchant town.
Most of the main historical features of the city are based around the square. See the Lille Tourist Information Office.
If you are planning a visit and driving then it pays to park just on the outskirts and get the Lille Metro - Transpole
They offer free parking 24/7 and security surveillance Monday - Saturday: 6 am - midnight. They are located in Lille (metro stops Porte d'Arras, Porte des Postes and CHR B Calmette), in Lomme (metro stop Saint-Philibert) and in Villeneuve d'Ascq (metro stops Les Prés and 4 Cantons).
They offer free parking 24/7 and security surveillance Monday - Saturday: 6 am - midnight. They are located in Lille (metro stops Porte d'Arras, Porte des Postes and CHR B Calmette), in Lomme (metro stop Saint-Philibert) and in Villeneuve d'Ascq (metro stops Les Prés and 4 Cantons).
A one way ticket from CHR B Calmette to Rihour 1.40 Euro, buying your ticket from a machine. You can use a credit card or coins but there are no options to use notes.
After collecting your ticket you will need to get it punched for verification at the points just before the platform.
Taking 22 minutes to get from one end of the line to the other.
Check car park location
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