/ the garden
botany
With its formal garden and English section, the Tourcoing botanical gardens are a must-see. A real cocoon of calm, it's the ideal place to relax and enjoy the many plants on offer.
Created in 1917 at the request of Emile Leplat, this garden is now combined with educational greenhouses containing more than 2,000 varieties of plants in an area of 1,200 m². Here, plants can flourish and grow as they would in their natural environment. The Maison Leplat also houses a horticultural museum. Ideal for learning more about plants, for young and old alike. And what's more, admission is free.
Discover the Tourcoing botanical garden:
From 15 March to 31 October Monday to Friday 8am to 9.30pm, Saturday 9am to 9.30pm, Sunday and public holidays 10am to 8.30pm
From 1er November to 14 March Monday to Friday 8am to 6.30pm, Saturday 9am to 6.30pm, Sunday and public holidays 10am to 6.30pm.
/ museum
of 5 June 1944
After invading northern France in 1940, the German army took possession of a bunker in Tourcoing as its headquarters. It was from this HQ that they captured the "Verlaine Message" that gave the museum its name. This message marked a turning point in the Second World War.
/ historic centre
and cultural Lille
Lille's historic centre is a must-see for any trip to Northern France. Its typical narrow streets offer a great way to discover the charms of the old town. Baroque architecture, colourful facades and a mix of stone and brick are the main features that will charm you as you stroll through old Lille.