Property for sale in Nord

Nord is among France's most connected departments. Its capital, Lille, is linked to London by a direct Eurostar service that takes just over an hour, with Brussels around thirty-five minutes away and Paris just over the hour. This makes it one of the easiest departments in France for buyers who need to travel regularly across borders. Shaped by Flemish history, Nord is home to the Palais des Beaux-Arts, among the country's most respected art museums, and an old town built in a distinctly Flemish style that reflects the department's shared border and language with Belgium. Beyond Lille itself, buyers will find restored windmills on the high points of Flanders and a network of red-brick villages across the surrounding countryside. Nord is also noted for its lively food and drink culture, with beer, cheese and hearty regional cooking reflecting its Flemish and Belgian influences. A temperate, changeable climate brings mild summers and cool winters. Property here ranges from a period apartment in central Lille or a red-brick village house in the surrounding countryside, Nord offers a choice of city and country living. With connectivity, culture and cross-border convenience, it is a department that suits both commuters and those wanting a foothold near Belgium. Houses in Nord currently average €1,752/m².