Car rental at Lille : Discover all our stations

Considered the capital of northern France, Lille has all the qualities for a relaxing weekend: renowned art museums, the picturesque architecture of its old town, buzzing bars, and excellent shops. And there is still so much to discover in the surroundings of Lille, especially with a Europcar rental vehicle.

With four Europcar agencies throughout the city, you will certainly find one that suits you for renting your car. And thanks to the agencies at Lille airport and Lille Europe train station, you can pick up your rental as soon as you arrive.

If you are traveling in a small group, take a look at our fleet of compact vehicles that will allow you to move safely around the region. Our most popular models include the Volkswagen Polo and the Ford Focus. And if you need something larger, the Opel Mokka and the Renault Grand Scénic are available for families and larger groups. The Europcar agency in Lille also has a wide range of utility vehicles, from the small Renault Kangoo to the spacious Mercedes Sprinter.

Europcar Lille offers a completely flexible rental service: whether you need to rent a vehicle or a utility for a few hours, several weeks, or months, we have what you need.

To rent a car in France with Europcar, you will need a valid driving license in the European Union.

If you are arriving from abroad, remember that speeds are limited in France to 130 km/h on highways, 110 km/h on dual carriageways, 90 km/h on other roads, and 50 km/h in urban areas.

You will find several free parking areas inside Lille, where you can park for up to two hours. The price of other parking lots varies, but it is generally possible to find spaces at 2 € for two hours. There are a few spots in the old town, but they are generally much more expensive.

If you are arriving from abroad, remember that in France it is illegal to drive with headphones or earphones, whether to listen to music or make calls, and you risk a fine of 135 €.

Its location near the Belgian border has given Lille a rich history. The Flemish influence is still strong today, with architecture that stands out notably from other French cities. Culture enthusiasts can satisfy their thirst in the three most popular museums: the Palais des Beaux-Arts (20th-century masters, Rubens, and Van Dyck), the Museum of Modern Art (Miró, Modigliani, and Picasso), and La Piscine - Museum of Art and Industry (an art gallery set up in a swimming pool).

As for food lovers, they will be in their element with the family-style cuisine of the estaminet Au Vieux de la Vieille, the artisanal Belgian beers, and the waffles from Meert, in operation since 1761.

The citadel of Lille is a star-shaped fortress that is definitely worth a visit. Built by Vauban to commemorate the capture of the city in 1667, it now houses the NATO headquarters in France. With no less than 60 million bricks, this colossal building stands in the heart of the city's largest green space. The Lille zoo is also located right next door if you feel like spending the day there.

For contemporary art lovers, Lille is home to the LaM, a museum with more than 4500 works of contemporary, modern, and outsider art. And while you're there, just cross the street to visit the eclectic Museum of Mills.

If you want to broaden your horizons, you will find several interesting places within an hour's drive from Lille. And if you wish to travel a little further, you can go to Brussels and back in a day, for some visits in the Belgian capital.

If you like eating, drinking, and having fun, Lille is the perfect place. Whether you spend a weekend or more time there, or even if you are just passing through, it has so much to offer! Its picturesque old town, with its cobbled streets and upscale shops, its student nightlife, and its elegant restaurants make it a city of contrasts. Not to mention that every first weekend of September, the braderie de Lille takes place, a city-wide flea market, the largest in Europe.