Discover Roubaix-Tourcoing, a vibrant destination with a rich industrial and cultural heritage. Secure your complete trip and live an authentic experience.
Roubaix and Tourcoing, two intertwined cities in the heart of the European Metropolis of Lille, offer a unique travel experience, where the legacy of the Industrial Revolution coexists with an effervescent modernity. Once world textile capitals, these towns have successfully reinvented themselves, transforming their industrial heritage into vibrant cultural and residential spaces. In Roubaix, La Piscine - André Diligent Museum of Art and Industry, is an unmissable visit, an Art Deco architectural gem housing collections of fine and applied arts.
No less important is the Villa Cavrois, a masterpiece of modern architecture designed by Robert Mallet-Stevens. Tourcoing, on the other hand, captivates with the imposing Saint Christopher's Church and its carillon, the historic Hospice d'Havré, and a rich Art Deco heritage. Both cities share a lively cultural life, with numerous events, traditional markets, and a surprising street art scene.
The proximity to Lille and the Belgian border adds an extra attraction, facilitating the exploration of the region. Discover the hidden treasures of Roubaix-Tourcoing and secure an optimized itinerary for a complete and unforgettable trip.
On Saturday, July 12, 2025, the Parc de l'Union, in the heart of the Tourcoing metropolitan area, will transform into the epicenter of urban culture with the Hip Hop Summer festival. The event will offer participatory graffiti, boxing, football, and parkour workshops, culminating in vibrant musical performances by emerging talents and established artists.
The L'Union urban development project has announced an extensive and varied agenda of events that will take place between May and November 2025, seeking to boost the cultural and social life of Roubaix, Tourcoing, and Wattrelos. Highlights include events such as the Fête du Monde, the Bal Industriel, the Fête du Canal et du Monde, and the Grande Braderie du Textile et du Recyclage.
The prestigious La Piscine Museum of Art and Industry in Roubaix is preparing for an exceptional 2025, with a program of new temporary exhibitions that promise to enrich the city's cultural offer and attract visitors interested in art, design, and industrial history.
The development of the new tram infrastructure, which will connect Neuville-en-Ferrain, Tourcoing, Roubaix, Wattrelos, and Hem, will take a significant step forward at the end of 2025 with the public inquiry, a crucial milestone for obtaining the Declaration of Public Utility and the future improvement of sustainable mobility in the region.
For the year 2025, the Tourcoing Tourist Office has designed an attractive program of guided tours that will allow visitors to discover in depth the city's Art Deco heritage, as well as the exterior locations of the acclaimed television series "Les petits meurtres d'Agatha Christie".
Thanks to its unique combination of converted industrial heritage, internationally renowned museums like La Piscine and Villa Cavrois, and a vibrant artistic and events scene, Roubaix is preparing to welcome numerous visitors in 2025, offering a complete and authentic tourist experience.
The tradition of weekly markets, such as the popular market on Place du Travail in Roubaix, along with a constant program of fairs, festivals, and community events, will continue to breathe life and authenticity into Roubaix and Tourcoing throughout 2025, inviting locals and tourists to participate.
The restaurants and brasseries of Roubaix and Tourcoing are preparing for the 2025 season with culinary proposals that fuse local tradition with modern touches, highlighting regional products and Flemish influences, promising a memorable culinary experience.
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