Turn Lille into a city-sized puzzle: a self-guided scavenger hunt through Vieux-Lille and the Grand Place using the Explorial app. Solve clues, find hidden courtyards and learn local history at your own pace.
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You step off the bustling Grand Place and the city begins to speak in tiles, brass plaques and narrow alleys—the belfry watches while cobblestones guide your feet. This self-guided scavenger hunt turns Lille’s Vieux-Lille and central squares into a game board: clues push you toward ornate façades, small courtyards and unexpected viewpoints.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people who can walk 2–4 km on paved surfaces; frequent stops lower exertion.
Wildlife
History
Lille sprang from a medieval Flemish market town and later rose as an industrial center; its 17th-century fortifications and 19th-century brick architecture still shape the cityscape.
Conservation
Stick to marked streets, avoid tram tracks and support local cafés and museums; low-impact urban tourism helps preserve historic neighborhoods.
Reserve your spot on the Lille Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download the app and access code first
Install the Explorial app and redeem your access code before you arrive to avoid cellular or login delays.
Wear sturdy shoes
Cobbles and narrow sidewalks mean supportive walking shoes make the experience more comfortable.
Mind peak café hours
Start early or mid-afternoon to avoid lunch crowds near popular stops and make time for quick breaks.
Carry a portable charger
The hunt relies on your smartphone for maps and tasks; a power bank keeps you moving.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support on cobbles and sidewalks makes exploring several neighborhoods easy.
Charged smartphone
Required to run the Explorial app, access clues and use the map function.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered through photo tasks and navigation.
Light rain jacket
Spring showers are common—thin waterproof layers keep the game going.
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