Some 500 people, mainly from far-left groups, protest on September 24, 2016 in Lille against the opening of a private bar named "La Citadelle" (The Fortress) by far-right small group "Generation ...

Falize made the remark at a private bar called the Citadelle, owned by Aurelien Verhassel, head of Lille’s branch of GI, one of Europe’s fastest growing and most prominent far-right movements.

The Citadelle in Lille, constructed by order of Louis XIV in the late 17th century, holds great historical significance as a symbol of French conquest and defense against Spanish rule.

Book Now Another conversion (of a 17th-century convent), Alliance Couvent des Minimes (8) overlooks the canal by the Citadelle at 17 quai de Wault (00 33 3 20 30 62 62; alliance-lille.com).

Etienne “Le Roux” Vanhalwyn, 24, from Douai, near Lille, is charged with assault committed with a group in Lille. He is also charged with public incitement to racial, ethnic or religious hatred.

The foodie French town that’s less than two hours from London and is perfect for a weekend break - Just 1 hour 22 minutes by train from London St Pancras, Rachel Mills discovers how Lille is an ...

Tucked away on Lille's most ancient street, the 13th-century Musée de l'Hospice (32 Rue de la Monnaie, +33 (0)3 28 36 84 00) offers a glimpse into the city's past. Founded as a hospital in 1237 ...

Book Now Another conversion (of a 17th-century convent), Alliance Couvent des Minimes (8) overlooks the canal by the Citadelle at 17 quai de Wault (00 33 3 20 30 62 62; alliance-lille.com).

Rachel Mills Fri, June 20, 2025, 1:00 AM EDT Lille is perfect for a weekend away, at under two hours on the Eurostar from London (JD Hondt) ...

Another conversion (of a 17th-century convent), Alliance Couvent des Minimes (8) overlooks the canal by the Citadelle at 17 Quai de Wault (0033 320 306 262; alliance-lille.com).