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LILLE – ROUBAIX METROPOLIS GREETERS Website
This page is managed on the Greeters de France portal
Greeters de France Portal- Click on the logo.
Each of the “Greeter de France” destinations is led and managed by a local actor: Association, collective of residents or tourist entity (Tourist Offices, Departmental Tourism Committee). These actors are all members of the FFG (France Greeters Federation) and as such respect the same operating rules. They follow the values and ethics defined globally by IGA (International Greeter Association). The management and coordination of the France Greeters Federation ensures the pooling of our processes and tools, our global presence on the Web and social networks as well as the sharing of our communication programs.
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Apart from the presentation of the IGA Greeters, you also have access to 163 destinations worldwide (as of July 1, 2023). You can register directly on the site after choosing your destination.
LILLE – ROUBAIX METROPOLIS
GREETER WALK
COME FOR A GREET WITH A LOCAL
Meet with Lille-Roubaix Metropolis Greeters
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Our Greeters, passionate and volunteer locals, participate in the life of Roubaix which is “a world city”. Its rich industrial past explains the presence of pagodas and mosques alongside the diversity of Christians who try to “live together”. They will show you the very diverse and still current economic vitality. This will take you on walks full of surprises when you see how all these old buildings have found a new life. On these great walls, the artists of Street Art also today, free rein to their imagination.
The Greeters of Roubaix lead you for free, with fervor and all their heart. A moment of unique sharing, a real meeting!
Who are we?
So that the visitor can discover the Lille Metropolis “differently”, soak up its atmosphere, meet its population and understand the territory,
The Greeters are happy to welcome you, as they would with their friends. They volunteer in their free time, to share their passions during a walk and a friendly meeting. They are true ambassadors of their territory, they can also share favorites and good plans.
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ON THE BANKS OF ROUBAIX
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LILLE – ROUBAIX METROPOLIS GREETERS Website
This page is managed on the Greeters de France portal
Greeters de France Portal- Click on the logo.
Each of the Greeters destinations in France are run and managed by local players: Associations or Tourist Entities (Tourist Offices or Departmental Tourism Committee). They are all members of the FFG (France Greeters Federation) and as such respect the same operating rules. They follow the values and ethics defined globally by IGA (International Greeter Association). FFG coordination ensures the pooling of our tools, our global presence on the Web and social networks and the sharing of our communication programs.
International IGA portal – Click on the logo.
Apart from the presentation of IGA Greeters, you also have access to 150 destinations around the world (as of May 1, 2024). You can register directly on the site after choosing your destination.
Christine
Ambassador of Roubaix for a few years
With Marie-Christine, embark on a discovery of the city off the beaten track! Very invested in Roubaix for years, she will share with you her love for unusual places, food shops and good addresses in China! Street art lovers, follow our greeter on the best spots in town!
JEAN-PIERRE
The good mood and passion of his city
“La Piscine” Museum of Art and Industry and La Manufacture, museum dedicated to the history and creation of textiles, have no secrets for him. It is with enthusiasm that Jean-Pierre will talk to you about these two must-see places of the city! He will also be the perfect nature guide for a green immersion in the Barbieux Park, a 33-hectare “beautiful garden” dear to the hearts of the people of Roubaix. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
LOÏC
The Roubaix “creative”
At the origin of numerous creative initiatives, very involved in Roubaix, Loïc is passionate about alternative projects that create links in the city!
Expert in street art, actor of new projects in the territory, essential fuse of the creative reconversion of the city, he will be the best witness and relay.
Friendly and gourmet, he will reliably advise you on the best restaurant of the moment or the ideal spot for an end-of-day aperitif!
ANASTASIA
Roubaix, Alternative
Anastasia, a newcomer to Roubaix, quickly fell in love with her alternative and atypical places. A fan of the energy released by the city, she will take you enthusiastically from artist workshops to cultural venues to share with you the positive and surprising aspects of Roubaix.
CORINNE
Roubaix Curious
Corinne welcomes you to a city that has seen her grow up, and will share her favorites during a meeting where sharing and curiosity will be essential. Swimming pools, museums or not are among her favorite places, and she will accompany you in the discovery of Roubaix, a city that she describes as contrasting and lively.
ANDRÉ
Roubaix on the banks
Unbeatable on the local history of Roubaix, follow André around town for a stroll with your nose in the air, in search of witnesses to the textile industrial epic, and stroll along the banks of the Canal, where there are so many things to discover ! A Roubaisian at heart, he will share his communicative enthusiasm and his good addresses.
ANNE-MARIE
Roubaix on the move
Inexhaustible when it comes to Roubaix, Anne-Marie knows every corner!
Sensitive to the contrasts and paradoxes of a city in perpetual motion, it will take you to meet its remarkable heritage, but also its inhabitants, who come from different backgrounds. With Anne-Marie, Roubaix proves to be deeply unique and endearing.
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Lille and its suroundings
HELLEMMES – Lille metropol diversity
With Geneviève
Lille, I fell in love with it…
With Sylvie
Lille, in the time of Louis XIV
With Jean-Pierre
On foot or by bike, as the North is beautiful
With Franck
Lille au vert – l’ilot vert
With Eric
Lille according to your desires
With Valérie
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FRANCK
On foot or by bike, as the North is beautiful
Little queen or mountain bike, it doesn’t matter! Franck likes to pedal through the small paths and woods of the south of the Lille metropolis. From Lille to Douai or from Avelin to Douai, Pévèle and Mélantois are his workhorse, to share his love for his region, on foot or installed on the saddle of his faithful 2-wheeled metal destrier! On foot or by bike, you will see how beautiful the North is!
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JEAN-PIERRE
Lille, in the time of Louis XIV
Louis XIV, the sun king, came to Lille… The story of his visit is told throughout a walk, still today, by many buildings built at that time in the heart of old Lille. From the 17th century to Lille today, there is only one step.
And hop! On the way we will give a little nod to the new Lille …
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SYLVIE
Lille, I fell in love with it…
Lille, I studied there and I fell in love with it. I walked its streets and I have documented all the tourist spots as well as the built heritage. I suggest you stroll from Rihour Square to the Avenue of the Belgian People to end with an architectural gem of the Middle Ages in Old Lille. In all conviviality, I propose to travel the centuries through the stories and anecdotes that I will share throughout the walk. A moment of exchanges that I can adapt as needed.
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Valérie
Lille according to your desires
Valérie is a native of Lille, she loves her city and takes great pleasure in sharing the places she loves.
She will put together a trip according to your desires to discover the capital of Flanders.
Of course the historic monuments of the city center are unmissable, but Valérie will also take you to discover the more recent evolution of the city, along the main arteries but also in its nooks and crannies!
Valérie will give you her good addresses and her little tips to continue your discovery of the city and have a pleasant stay there.
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GENEVIÈVE
HELLEMMES – Lille metropol diversity
Geneviève vous emmène à pieds ou à vélo à la découverte de Hellemmes pour une balade entre mémoire et présent. This small town between Lille and Villeneuve d’Ascq has a special history. Les guerres, l’industrie textile et sidérurgique puis leur déclin, l’ont profondément marquée et elle en garde des traces multiples. Sa vie associative, son urbanisme particulier, ses parcs, ses friches urbaines, ses usines réhabilitées sont autant de points que Geneviève vous fera découvrir avec passion. N’hésitez pas à réserver une balade avec Geneviève vous serez agréablement surpris par Hellemmes.
ÉRIC
Lille au vert – l’ilot vert
Né à Lille, habitant Lille, je suis donc un autochtone, un enraciné. Bien que professeur d’histoire, ce n’est pourtant pas le centre historique que je souhaite vous faire découvrir. Les guides officiels le font déjà très bien, d’autres greeters également. C’est une autre ville que je vous invite à parcourir en suivant parcs, canaux et rivière. Ces espaces dédiés à la promenade et au sport sont riches d’un patrimoine autant historique que naturel. Vous découvrirez ainsi le jardin Vauban, un parc à l’anglaise avec son chalet aux chèvres, la reine des citadelles entourée de bois, le quartier Euratechnologie, un bel exemple de reconversion, et des ports ancien (quai du Wault) ou nouveau (port de la pointe des Bois-blancs). De célèbres Lillois vous attendent en chemin, Alexandre Desrousseaux l’auteur du p’tit Quinquin, Léon Trulin fusillé à 18 ans pour fait de résistance, Édouard Lalo compositeur de la symphonie espagnole et Charles de Gaulle figé dans la pierre. Le vélo permet d’élargir l’espace de visite mais une balade à pied plus limitée est également possible.
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