A stay at La Maison Fives to fully enjoy the festive season in Lille
Each year-end, Lille lights up with festive cheer and hosts one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in France. To enjoy the magic without the crowds of the city center, La Maison Fives is your ideal retreat: a stylish and cozy guesthouse, close to the festivities but in a peaceful setting.
The 2025 Lille Christmas Market: Magic on Place Rihour
The Lille Christmas Market will take place from November 20 to December 29, 2025 on Place Rihour. With nearly 90 chalets offering local crafts, unique gifts, and regional culinary specialties (mulled wine, croustillons, waffles, and roasted chestnuts), it’s the must-see winter event in Lille.
Set up throughout the holiday season on Grand’Place, the Ferris Wheel offers a breathtaking view over illuminated Lille. At its base, a magical winter scene with a giant Christmas tree and miniature chalets completes the picture. A moment to share with family or friends.
Unmissable festive events in Lille
Beyond the market, Lille offers various festive activities:
Special exhibition “Flemish Celebrations” at the Palais des Beaux-Arts in December 2025. Exhibition program
Concerts and street performances in Old Lille throughout December.
Ringing in the New Year in Lille
For New Year’s Eve, Lille favors private festive events, with no official fireworks but plenty of happenings:
Themed parties in bars and clubs of Old Lille and Saint-Sauveur (Bistrot de St So, Grand Scène).
Special dinners in traditional estaminets, especially on rue de Gand.
Be sure to book your outings in advance, as this night is very popular.
Why choose La Maison Fives over Airbnb or Booking in Lille?
Rather than opting for an impersonal Airbnb or a reservation via Booking.com, choose La Maison Fives for an authentic and relaxing stay in Lille:
5 rooms with private bathrooms and high-end bedding.
Cozy library-lounge, shared kitchen, and private urban garden.
Quiet yet lively Fives Cail neighborhood with local restaurants and nearby shops.
Easy access: metro line 1 (Fives or Marbrerie stations), bikes (V’Lille), and secure Zenpark parking nearby.
Discover the Fives Cail eco-district during your stay
La Maison Fives is located in a former industrial district transformed into a vibrant cultural hub:
La Maison Fives: Before / After… or rather: now / soon
We’re almost there! 🤠 The La Maison Fives project is making great progress, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Located in the heart of the booming Lille Fives Cail district, our dream is taking shape—and it’s thanks to you that we want to reveal every step, even the ones still in progress.
Right now, it’s a large house stretching 30 meters along the sidewalk. But tomorrow, it will be a vibrant living space. A place where art, design, and hospitality meet.
Transformation in progress:
– The former garages are turning into a bright atelier-boutique, dedicated to ceramics and artistic creations. A true delight for art lovers! – On the large left-hand side, you’ll find our Five Room Hotel, a guesthouse with 5 rooms—each space thoughtfully designed to make you feel right at home. – In between, we’ve imagined a courtyard, a kitchen, and welcoming shared spaces like a library, a spacious living room, and an open dining area for moments of connection.
Work starts in August, and we’re aiming to open on November 29, 2025. But before that, we want to take you along for the ride. We’ll be sharing updates on the interior, the work, the doubts, the ideas… in short, everything that makes up the soul of La Maison Fives.
Stay tuned and follow our updates so you don’t miss a thing from this amazing transformation!
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A Sunday Brunch in Lille: The Gourmet Experience at La Clairière
Sunday is the perfect day to relax and enjoy a good brunch. In Lille, we discovered a place that will delight your taste buds: La Clairière, a charming restaurant located at 75 boulevard de la Liberté. Nestled under the trees, it’s the ideal spot for a terrace brunch, surrounded by color and good vibes.
We enjoyed a vegan and dog-friendly brunch, with most of the menu being gluten-free—perfectly suited to our dietary preferences. At La Clairière, the plate is as beautiful as it is delicious. We were served a savory dish and a sweet one, along with fresh juice and a hot drink. It’s generous, joyful, and makes us want to come back every Sunday.
Brunch is served until 3 PM, giving you plenty of time to enjoy your morning before indulging. For those looking for a place that combines delicious food with respect for specific dietary needs, La Clairière is a must-visit in Lille.
And if you’re around the Lille Fives neighborhood, why not stop by La Maison Fives? Our design hotel and ceramic atelier-boutique await you for a unique getaway. Come discover a place filled with creativity and hospitality.
To learn more about our foodie adventures and discover other great spots in Lille, follow us on our Facebook page. We regularly share our favorite places and new discoveries.
The Lille Braderie is much more than a flea market. It’s a massive popular event: over 80 km of stalls, 2 million visitors, pop-up concerts, a fairground, and mountains of moules-frites.
To fully enjoy the experience without the chaos, La Maison Fives offers the perfect retreat: a serene and design-focused guesthouse, just 10–15 minutes from the city center, easily reachable by bike, metro, or car—a true sanctuary after a bustling day.
What Is the Braderie?
The Braderie of Lille is the largest flea market in Europe, dating back to the 12th century. It officially begins Saturday at 8 AM, but the streets close Friday evening, and the festivities continue through Sunday.
You’ll encounter treasure hunters, impromptu concerts, DJs, a carnival on the Champ de Mars, and inevitable mountains of mussels and fries.
Access & Parking During the Braderie
⚠️ No traffic allowed in the city center from Saturday, Sept. 6 at 8 AM to Sunday, Sept. 7 at 6 PM.
P+R park-and-ride lots on the outskirts—free with Ilévia ticket, then metro/tram to the center.
Recommended off-center parking: Place Sébastopol, Euralille, Carrefour Gambetta… e.g., Sébastopol (€1/hr), Euralille Gare A (€2.10/hr).
Parking at La Maison Fives: secure Zenpark (€) 100 m away, or free green zone street parking if available.
Where to Stay? Why La Maison Fives Is Ideal
A quiet, design-led guesthouse with five individually styled rooms, including one on the ground floor.
A restful haven to recharge after a full day at the Braderie.
Easy access to the center: 10 minutes by bike, 15–20 minutes by metro (line 1 via Fives/Marbrerie → Rihour/Lille-Flandres).
What to Expect Around La Maison Fives
The Fives Cail quarter, a repurposed industrial heritage site, hosts its own mini-festival during the Braderie: creative workshops, artisan markets, a brewery, canteen, and maker halls—a peaceful counterpart to the city center.
Arrive by 8 AM on Saturday to avoid crowds and catch the early stands.
Take breaks at La Maison Fives or in the quieter Fives Cail area.
The event ends Sunday at 6 PM, and you’re already just minutes from the ring road to head home.
Summary
Dates: September
Event: 80 km of stalls, millions of visitors, live music, fairground rides.
Access: City center closed to cars; park-and-ride + metro recommended.
Accommodation: tranquil, design, close by, with parking options.
Bonus: vibrant Fives Cail district offering a quieter, creative alternative.
Staying at La Maison Fives during the Braderie means enjoying Lille’s festive energy while retreating to peace and comfort nearby—a perfectly balanced experience.
A New Culinary Address in Lille: RÖK Opens on Place Philippe Lebon
Lille Fives Cail’s culinary scene continues to grow with the arrival of RÖK, a new spot that promises to delight seafood lovers. Since June 25, 2025, this establishment has opened its doors on Place Philippe Lebon, bringing a salty breeze to our city. Come for half a dozen oysters paired with a glass of white wine, all in a seaside holiday atmosphere. No need to head to Oléron to catch the sea breeze—Lille now does the job!
RÖK sits halfway between a bar-restaurant and a deli, offering both on-site tastings and the chance to take home some marine treasures. After the success of their first location in La Madeleine, the RÖK team has decided to conquer Lille with their welcoming counter. On the menu: fresh oysters, smoked fish, and artisanal preserves—pure delight for the taste buds.
We’re betting that the RÖK terrace will quickly become a favorite spot as soon as the sun comes out. It’s the perfect place to gather with friends or family and soak up the vibrant neighborhood atmosphere. And who knows, maybe you’ll run into us—Ben and Soula—enjoying a seafood platter after a full day at our guesthouse and ceramic studio & boutique.
