As Christmas falls in December that is winter season, at that time Lille is a Winter Wonderland and attracts large tourists per year. With the wave of a magic wand, Lille is once again wrapped up in the Christmas spirit. The entire city sparkles and the beautiful facades disappear beneath lavish decorations. There is a special spectacular event on the Saturday before Christmas: when Father Christmas falls from the chamber of commerce 80-metre high Belfry. There are shops well decorated at the time of Christmas to suit all tastes and budgets, from great names in luxury goods, fashion and design to antique shops.
Every winter the largest Christmas Market of Northern France is held on the Place Rihour in downtown Lille. Thousands of tourists visit Lille for having great shopping experience, for the wonderful Christmas atmosphere, for traditional delicacies and for entertainment. For the most incredible view of the city, hop on the 50-metre high Big Wheel, at its base you will find a reproduction of a snow-covered village with cottages, chapel and an ice ring.
