Experiencing art on a school trip? In Lille, it really works.
Museums and teenagers: it's not always love at first sight. Yet Lille proves it can be different. The city combines old masters, surprising street art and Art Deco.
La Piscine - Art Deco in its most tangible form
La Piscine, a former 1930s swimming pool, is today one of the most inspiring museums in northern France. Students literally walk among the sculptures, along the pool, surrounded by mosaics, warm colors and stained-glass windows. The architecture is as fascinating as the works of art themselves.
Here it is not about "being quiet" and "not touching anything," but about wonder and feeling part of the decor. From furniture to sculptures and ceramics, everything exudes an atmosphere of elegance, symmetry and decoration.
🗓️ Extra topical: 2025 is the Art Deco year in Brussels. This makes a school trip to Lille even more relevant. La Piscine is a textbook example of Art Deco architecture and a great bridge between Brussels and Lille.
Tripostal - Art alive today
Those who say museums are stuffy have never been to the Tripostal. Today, this former mail sorting center is a contemporary art hall that showcases experimental, often interactive exhibitions. Think installations, video art, photography and street art.
For young people, this is the place to experience that art can be current and even playful. The Tripostal builds a bridge between students' experiences and major themes such as identity, society, sustainability or technology.
Palais des Beaux-Arts - Classics with a fresh look
The Palais des Beaux-Arts in Lille is one of the largest museums in France, with masterpieces by Rubens, Goya, Monet, Delacroix, Rodin, among others. For students, this museum is an excellent introduction to the great masters of European art. Interactive tools, maps and digital guides make the museum accessible to young people.
How can Clipper Travel help you?
Clipper Reizen accompanies you from A to Z: transport, reservations, lunch, ... Whether you opt for a half day or a day trip with several stops: we ensure a smooth process. So you as a teacher can concentrate on what counts:
let your students grow.
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