Depart school
Channel crossing
A primary languages school trip to Lille offers your pupils the perfect opportunity to practise their French and experience French culture, perhaps for the very first time!
You’ll have the chance to visit a boulangerie and a waffle factory, or why not visit the zoo to learn the names of animals in French? All of the activities offered provide a fun setting in which to immerse your pupils in the language and culture.
A primary French school trip to Lille is the perfect end-of-term treat for your primary pupils packed with real educational value.
Depart school
Channel crossing
Arrive in Calais
On the way to Lille, group to visit Boulangerie Le Fournil
Arrive in Lille - time to walk around the town
Check-in to accommodation in time for evening meal
Visit an old fashioned Waffle factory
Head back to Calais
Channel crossing
Arrive back at school
The charismatic baker will tell your students about his work – in French, of course! He will demonstrate some of… Read more
Charles de Gaulle was born in Lille on November 22nd 1890, in the house of his maternal grandparents at 9 rue Princesse.… Read more
Lille may be Capital of Culture, but it's long been a capital of shopping! Indulge in some retail therapy at one of … Read more
From Grand'Place to the Palais Rihour, discover the architectural heritage of Europe's Capital of Culture (2004)… Read more
An old fashioned waffle-maker where each visitor leaves with a packet of brown sugar or violet waffles. The visit also i… Read more
The Citadelle Park, Lille's largest and most visited, park brings a breath of fresh air to the city. Encircled by the… Read more
The Ibis budget Hotel is situated in 'Vieux Lille' - the old town. It offers 93 rooms, all with en-suite facilities. Rooms consist of a double bed and a single bunk canopy. Students are accommodated two to a room and staff in singles. Each room has a TV.
A buffet breakfast is offered in the hotel with evening meals in a nearby restaurant.
Misterbed Belle Etoile is centrally located in the pedestrian area of Lille, enabling your group to enjoy all the attractions the city has to offer.
Students will generally be accommodated in twin rooms – all are en suite and include a television. Staff will also be accommodated in twin rooms (if a single is requested, a supplement will apply).
A buffet-style breakfast will be served in the hotel. Evening meals are taken in the restaurant next door.
I can’t think of any recommendations for improvement. This was another outstanding trip from Halsbury and reminded me why we always book with your company!
Don’t hesitate to contact me for any advice or further information on how your school trip can be tailored to your requirements.
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