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Hôtel de Ville de Lille: A Symbol of Rebirth

Discover Lille's iconic City Hall: a blend of Art Deco and Flemish architecture, topped by a UNESCO-listed belfry with stunning panoramic views.

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The Hôtel de Ville de Lille, or Lille City Hall, is a striking example of Art Deco architecture with Flemish influences, built between 1924 and 1932. Its towering belfry, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers panoramic city views and stands as a symbol of Lille's resilience after World War I.

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Local tips

  • Visit the belfry for panoramic views of Lille; it's the tallest municipal building in France.
  • Explore the Great Gallery inside the Hôtel de Ville to admire its unique Art Deco design.
  • Look for the fresco by Erro in the stairwells, which tells the history of Lille in a comic strip style.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    The Hôtel de Ville is easily accessible via the Lille Metro. Take Line 2 to the 'Mairie de Lille' station, which is a short walk from the City Hall. A single metro ticket costs around €1.80 [estimated cost based on general public transport fares in Lille]. From the metro station, walk along Place Roger Salengro to reach the Hôtel de Ville.

  • Walking

    From the city center, such as the Palais des Beaux-Arts, walk east along Rue de Paris. Continue onto Place de la République, then turn right onto Boulevard Louis XIV. Turn left onto Place Roger Salengro. The Hôtel de Ville will be on your left. The walk is approximately 10-15 minutes. No costs are involved.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available in Lille. A short taxi ride from Gare Lille Flandres to the Hôtel de Ville typically costs between €8 and €12, depending on traffic and time of day [estimated cost based on typical taxi fares in Lille].

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Lille's Hôtel de Ville is more than just a city hall; it's a symbol of rebirth and a testament to the city's rich history. Constructed between 1924 and 1932, the building replaced the former city hall destroyed in a 1916 fire. Architect Émile Dubuisson blended Art Deco style with Flemish neo-Renaissance influences, creating a unique and imposing structure. The building's facade showcases intricate carvings and decorative motifs. Inside, a 107-meter-long Great Gallery features concrete pillars adorned with floral patterns and wrought iron details. A collection of contemporary art lines the stairwells, corridors, and municipal rooms, with a notable fresco by the Icelandic artist Erro depicting the city's history in comic strip form. The 104-meter-high belfry is the tallest municipal building in France and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The belfry once served as a lookout tower and housed municipal archives. Visitors can ascend the belfry for panoramic views of Lille and its surroundings. The base of the belfry features sculptures of the city's founding giants, Lydéric and Phinaert.

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