Your school trip to the French Christmas markets in Lille will leave your students feeling excited about all things French!
Lille is the perfect place for your students to experience the authentic and magical atmosphere of a traditional French Christmas market.
There are many enchanting Christmas markets taking place throughout France, each offering a unique variety of festive music, tasty treats and lights. But the city of Lille hosts one of the most famous, with over 50 stalls selling traditional and regional crafts, cuisine and gifts.
Suggested Itinerary (2 days, 1 night)
Day | Morning Summary | Afternoon Summary | Evening Summary |
---|---|---|---|
1 |
Morning departure from school
Ferry/Eurotunnel crossing |
Arrive in Calais
Head to Lille and explore the Christmas market |
Evening meal at accommodation
Return to the Christmas market or go bowling |
2 |
Enjoy a guided tour of Lille or have more time at the Christmas market |
Visit a traditional waffle factory
Head back to Calais |
Ferry/Eurotunnel crossing
Evening arrival back at school |
- 1 night's half-board accommodation
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Detailed information pack
- Free staff place ratio 1:8
- Itinerary planning service
- Motorway tolls and taxes
- Return Channel crossings
- Return executive coach travel
- Vamoos travel app - giving you access to all your trip documents on your phone or tablet
- VAT at current rates to tour operators
Curriculum Links
A-Level
- Festivals and traditions
- Aspects of French-speaking society
- Cultural heritage
- Individual research project opportunities
GCSE
- Food, drink and eating out
- Customs, celebrations and festivals
- Travel and tourism
- Understanding French culture and identity
Key Stage 3
- Exploring the town
- Food and drink
- Cultural traditions
Primary
- Exploring the town
- Food and drink
- Traditional crafts
- Festivals and celebrations