Nestled along the France-Belgium border is a bustling city of 220,000 or so known as Lille. This busy university town has three public university campuses which upwards of 100,000 students attend, including a school dedicated to science and technology. That makes Lille an old city with a young vibe, as well as a perfect weekend getaway spot to travel to. Though Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL) is not a relatively busy airport, there’s things you need to know to make your experience much smoother—and Uber in Lille can help you get around. Here are some of those things you should know:

Resources and Tips for Lille-Lesquin Airport

  • Uber Airport Page: Uber’s dedicated webpage for Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL) explains how to order a ride at the airport.

  • Terminals: There is only one terminal at LIL, but it’s still worth reviewing the map so you can get familiar before you go.

  • Flight Info: Real-time updates on arrivals and departures can be found here.

  • Security: The LIL website has helpful information on immigration and customs, as well as the airport’s check-in and security procedures.

  • Lounges: There are no lounges at LIL. Free wireless is available, but only for the first 15 minutes.

  • Additional Amenities: There’s a children’s play area in the departure area, convenient for families. There are also several quiet work spaces located on the mezzanine near the business center, and near gates four and five in the departure lounge.

  • Uber at LIL: Currently, only uberX operates at LIL. If you’ve got a wait ahead, book it while waiting by the luggage carousel for your bags, and make sure to contact your Uber if there are any unplanned delays.

Destinations Around Lille

Because of its proximity to Belgium, parts of Lille and other northern French towns have strong Flemish ties. The language is a mixture of Dutch and French, although the Lillois people speak French as well. The Flemish influence can be seen in everything from architecture to food. Here’s how to dig into Lille:

  • Eat and drink: From chocolates to moules frites (mussels with fries) and microbrew beer, the Flemish influence in Lillois cuisine is easy to spot. Have a Flemish-inspired lunch or dinner at Estaminet Au Vieux de la Ville, then stop in at Meert, Guillaume Vincent Chocolatier, or reputable Belgian-chocolate chain Leonidas for a sweet bite before heading to La Capsule for inexpensive, high-quality pints to cap off the night.

  • Take in a little history: Lille’s best-known resident is the late Charles de Gaulle, the former famed French general, president and independence fighter. Lille’s main public square, La Grande Place, is officially named after him. The square is also a good place to start a walking tour of Old Lille, which has been a major battleground during the era of European expansionism. Check out the square and the buildings around it, which include some distinctly Flemish constructions and the grand Old Stock Exchange (Vieille Bourse).

  • Go to the France-Belgium border: Lille is just 25 kilometers from the Belgian border, and 90 minutes from Brussels. Catch a ride through the countryside to French Flanders, then along the France-Belgium border in places like Mouscron and Bray-Dunes (and its beaches), before crossing over into Belgium’s Wallonia region. Stop in on small towns—and their cafes, chocolate shops and bistros, of course—along the way to Bruges, Brussels, and beyond.

Enjoy!