Seclin

Seclin

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSeclinNoyelles-lès-Seclin at 3.4 km (7 min)
Insee code59560Templemars at 3.6 km (7 min)
Postcode59113Gondecourt at 4 km (8 min)
Latitude50.5453320Phalempin at 4.3 km (9 min)
Longitude3.0265660Wattignies at 4.5 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 19 to 47 metersHouplin-Ancoisne at 4.6 km (9 min)
Surface17.42 km²Chemy at 5.1 km (11 min)
Population12219 inhabitantsAvelin at 5.1 km (10 min)
Density710 inhabitants/km²Vendeville at 5.2 km (10 min)
Chief townLille (at 16.8 km, 19 min)Herrin at 5.2 km (10 min)
DepartmentNordAttiches at 5.5 km (13 min)
RegionNord-Pas-de-CalaisSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The Mélantois, historic birthplace of Lille, has always been a land of welcome and exchange. The first traces of life Seclin back to the beginning of prehistory, a lakeside city was discovered in Houplin Ancoisne-and land-lez-Noyelles Seclin the edge of the road Brunhild is a village that lasted between the 1st and 4th century AD.

Seclin is an important city on the road from Tournai in Lens Lille not long before the kind of land, thanks to the pilgrimage and trading within the meaning of the canons of the collegiate church of Saint Piat from the 9th century.

Tradition home Mélantois is reinforced by Marguerite of Flanders at the founding in 1246 of the Notre-Dame Hospital and the establishment of an Augustinian community that has endured for eight centuries.

Land of wealth, people have always known the Mélantois develop the potential of their territory despite the many wars and battles that have gone through. The vast fertile plain between the valley and the valley Deûle Brand was suitable for agriculture, and gave rise to the first industries in the region early in the 19th century.

Today Mélantois is a preserved area on the border of rurality. Its catchment area supply drinking water all the Lille conurbation. Fifteen minutes from Lille, the townspeople come to enjoy a nature tamed. The walks along the banks of canals, roads, invite to linger. The dream and the journey is guaranteed in the Mosaic Park gardens.


SIGHTSEEING

Immerse yourself in the history of the territory of Mélantois visiting its monuments and its rich heritage through guided tours of the Tourist Office.

Notre-Dame Hospital

Collegiate St Piat.

Carillon - Collegiate St Piat.

Strong Seclin 14/18 - Museum of hosts.

Napoleon area.

Seclin channel.

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TransportTrain station of Seclin
Information pointsTourist Office of Seclin
MonumentsChurch Saint-Piat de Seclin

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

City Festival: in June Appointments become unavoidable, the Feast of the City of Seclin together and invite to the party in the green surroundings of the park and friendly Rosenbergs. Each year, a European country is honored. You can explore different forms of street art: music, storytelling, circus, small forms, the theater but also visual art workshops, games and activities for children ... You surprise, surprise you , make you laugh and make you sing!

European Heritage Days: the third weekend of September. Mélantois's capital is rich in history and heritage. The collegiate church of Saint-Piat (including the crypt) in Notre-Dame Hospital (founded in 1246 by the Countess Marguerite of Flanders) through the gate of the Cemetery (rare evidence of revolutionary architecture), everyone the opportunity to discover or rediscover the free long and exciting history of the town.

Associations Forum in September. Seclin is a dynamic city where there are nearly a hundred associations. This forum is an opportunity for Seclinois to come and discover this wide network of associations ranging from the support to education through heritage or gardening.

Salon des Vins de Terroir and Regional Products: early November. This show provides a twice yearly meeting between producer and consumer. 280 professionals from the pleasures of the table give you an appointment for four days to discover local products. All varieties are represented, so everyone to the opportunity to taste (and spit) before you buy. A beautiful living room that can appreciate French gastronomy.

Christmas Market Seclin of Solidarity: On the eve of Christmas and New Year, everyone is looking for a gift for the family. Why not come on the Christmas market in the city? This market brings together some twenty cottages, leaving plenty of room for seclinoise associations. During your search for gifts, you can enjoy the warm and festive atmosphere of this market. Good children can come and meet Father Christmas who will listen to their wishes for toys.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Houplin-Ancoisne and Noyelles-lez-Seclin.

PHOTOS
Notre-Dame Hospital
 
Tourist Office, open Monday to Saturday
Saint-Piat Collegiate
 
Fort Seclin 14/18 - Museum hosts
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WEATHER
Monday 4 June
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Min. 10°C - Max. 18°C
Tuesday 5 June
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Min. 6°C - Max. 15°C
Wednesday 6 June
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Min. 11°C - Max. 16°C
RESTAURANTS 
Delicio pizza
Lille
Delicio Pizza, simply delicious! Delicio Pizza is the tasting in one of our restaurants near you, home delivery or in the office of traditional pizzas, cooked to order with quality...
Located 8.9 km from SeclinFrom 5 € to 10 € per person 
Fariano
Lille
Brasserie, daily from 9 to € 00. Pizza, salad, crepe, chip shop, terrace inside.
Located 9.3 km from SeclinFrom 10 € to 20 € per person 
Fariano
Lille
Brasserie menu € 5 to € 30 menu North chti pizza salad made fried pancake terrace pets allowed host group wedding reception and seminar.
Located 9.4 km from SeclinFrom 5 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
' Entre Cour et Jardin ' Lille Lesquin  
Lesquin
2 beautiful cottages in the heart of the Flanders region in Lesquin, in a Flemish farmhouse tastefully restored. 2 original cottages and comfortable, great independence, and your breakfasts...
Located 7.3 km from Seclin79 € the double room 
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Sainghin-en-Mélantois
For a family visit, a business trip, a tourist stay, 8 km from Lille, in an exceptional environment, in a park of 1.5 ha, take advantage of this haven of peace and tranquility. The...
Located 10.7 km from SeclinFrom 120 € to 145 € the double room 
Le Château des Ormes    
8
Lille
Petit Chateau Napoleon III 2 km from Lille, in the middle of a green haven. Warm welcome, comfortable rooms, excellent breakfast in the vaulted reception room.
Located 12.4 km from SeclinFrom 120 € to 160 € the double room 

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HOTELS
Campanile Lille - Seclin     
7.2
Seclin
Situated in Seclin, a few kilometres south of Lille, this affordable hotel is easily accessible from the E17/A1 motorway and is just a short drive from Lille Lesquin International Airport....
Located in SeclinRoom from 40 €
Foxotel    
6.2
Seclin
Located in Seclin, beside the A1 motorway, which gives direct access from Paris and Lille and 5 minutes from Lille - Lesquin Airport, Foxotel offers free Wi-Fi access. Each room has...
Located in SeclinRoom from 37 €
Premiere Classe Lille Sud - Seclin    
6.1
Seclin
This Premiere Classe hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Lille city centre, 5 km from Lille-Lesquin Airport. It offers en suite rooms with cable TV and daily buffet breakfast. Each...
Located in SeclinRoom from 29 €

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