Arrondissement of Lille

The arrondissement of Lille is an administrative division in the Nord department centered around the city of Lille as its main hub. It encompasses numerous communes and smaller towns organized under a prefectural system that manages public services and local governance.

The arrondissement was established on February 17, 1800, as part of administrative reforms following the French Revolution. This creation replaced previous district divisions and established the governance structure that exists today.

Each canton within the arrondissement maintains its own local traditions, contributing to the regional identity through markets, festivals, and community gatherings.

The best way to explore the arrondissement is to visit the various communes surrounding Lille, where local markets, town centers, and regional character can be discovered. With Lille at the center, visitors can reach the administrative hub and explore the surrounding areas from there.

With 1.2 million inhabitants spread across its communes, this arrondissement holds the highest population density in the Nord department.

Location: Nord

Capital city: Lille

GPS coordinates: 50.61667,3.06667

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44