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Roncq is a quaint village in Northern France, situated just a few kilometres from the Belgian border. This sleepy location is also a 25-minute drive from Lille, the bustling capital of the region. Roncq itself is a charming bastion of traditional French life, with a music school, flea markets and its own produce in the form of 'Chalky Roncq' cheese. If you're seeking peace and flexibility for your business trip, then a Roncq hotel is a great choice.
One of the best things to do in Roncq is shop. Indeed, there are plenty of opportunities to acquire unique gifts and souvenirs to bring home. L'Elephant Blanc specialises in fine, hand-crafted furniture, whilst Rose de Coton is a fashion boutique selling elegant, high-end clothing. For a truly special way to explore Roncq and the immediate surrounding area, follow the 'Loop of 2 Towers' walking route. Designed to promote sustainability in Roncq, it covers the key cultural, historical and natural highlights on offer here.
If you're on a business visit to Lille or even one of the other nearby hubs, like Dunkirk or Cambrai, Roncq makes for an excellent quiet base. Lille is easily reached within 25 minutes via motorways A22 and N356. Lille is also home to the prestigious Lille University of Science and Technology, and several notable conferences and events take place on the university grounds year-round.
Staying in a Roncq hotel means you'll have access to nearby Lille. This university town is teeming with life, and you'll see plenty of it in Vieux Lille, the historic centre. Be sure to visit the stunning La Vieille Bourse in Grand Place, a Flemish Renaissance building that once served as the Old Stock Exchange. The Hospice Comtesse is also well worth a visit. Founded in 1237, it is now home to a sizeable collection of Flemish Renaissance art. Alternatively, drive to one of the beaches at historic Dunkirk. Viking Bay is a great option, as well as Joss Bay with its famous chalk cliffs. Ypres in Belgium is just a 30-minute drive from Roncq. Visit the historic battlegrounds there, or simply appreciate the beautiful Medieval architecture, in and around the Grote Markt (main square).