Lille Flandres is the city’s principal historic railway station and it combines nineteenth century elegance with the busy rhythm of a central commuter hub. The façade shows classical symmetry tall arched windows and refined stone details that reflect the period in which it was built while the interior opens into a bright hall where ironwork and glass create a light spacious atmosphere. Trains connect Lille with regional destinations and major French cities so the flow of passengers is steady and energetic. The station stands close to the Grand Place and the Euralille district so it forms an easy link between the traditional heart of the city and its modern developments. The overall impression is one of heritage practicality and constant movement in a setting that remains both functional and characterful.
Part of: France