Renting an apartment in Tourcoing means discovering Roubaix's discreet neighbour, a former wool town turned home of contemporary art, on the doorstep of Belgium. Between the MUba museum, Le Fresnoy and a lively Grand-Place, it offers an affordable base that is well connected to Lille.
Where to stay in Tourcoing?
City centre / Grand-Place
Around the town hall and the Saint-Christophe church, with shops and the metro (line 2). Convenient and central.
Le Fresnoy / Blanc-Seau
A cultural district around the Studio national d'art contemporain, lively and creative.
Train station
Convenient for the train and the metro to Lille, a few minutes from the centre.
L'Union
A regenerating district at the cutting edge of innovation, shared with Roubaix.
Practical information
Tourcoing is linked to Lille and Roubaix by the metro (line 2) and tram, so you can do everything without a car. Belgium (Mouscron) is right next door. An affordable city in the midst of a revival. Expect to pay around €50–80 per night.
Things to see and do in Tourcoing
The MUba Eugène-Leroy (fine arts), Le Fresnoy, Studio national d'art contemporain, the Grand-Place and the Saint-Christophe church, the converted former factories, and Lille about 30 minutes away by metro, with Belgium very close.
Frequently asked questions
Which area should I stay in when visiting Tourcoing?
The centre / Grand-Place for the metro and shops, Le Fresnoy for the cultural atmosphere.
How much does an apartment in Tourcoing cost?
On average €50–80 per night, among the most affordable in the Lille metropolitan area.
How do I get to Lille from Tourcoing?
By metro (line 2): central Lille is about 30 minutes away.
What is there to do in Tourcoing over a weekend?
The MUba, Le Fresnoy, the Grand-Place, and trips to Lille or neighbouring Belgium.