LILLE - 18 HOLES - FREE

LILLE
CITY MAP MINIGOLF

Lille - 18 stops - par 55

Banking a ball off the stone facades of the Palais des Beaux-Arts requires a steady wing and a soft touch. This round takes place in Lille, where the map is the real city and the game is played on its actual streets. The holes are built from real attractions, and a full 18-hole round covers 10.6 km. I know these corners well and handle the 28 portals that whisk the ball across town. It is a long walk, but the architecture makes for a predictable bounce.

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HOW IT WORKS

01

Pick a city

The course is drawn on the real street grid, so the map you play is the map you walk.

02

Putt to the pin

Drag to aim, release to swing. Buildings bounce and water costs you a stroke.

03

Sightsee between strokes

Every hole ends at an attraction. Sink the putt, read the story, walk to the next tee.

THE LILLE ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 3

Fontaine Wallace

You will first notice a large cast-iron sculpture standing 2.7 meters high here in Lille. This is the Fontaine Wallace, a public drinking fountain started in 1872. These specific fountains were financed and roughly designed by Sir Richard Wallace, who also gave them their name. The actual sculpting was done by Charles-Auguste Lebourg. It is a sturdy piece of street furniture that has provided water to the public for a long time. I always find the dark metal a sharp contrast to the surrounding pavement.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 2

Immeuble, siège du Cercle Philosophique et Culturel

The Immeuble, siège du Cercle Philosophique et Culturel is a Masonic temple. It is a monument historique inscrit, which recognizes its importance to the heritage of the city. The building was designed by the architect Albert Baert. When you look at the facade, you can see that the structure was built using both the Neoclassicism style and the Late Egyptian style. These two distinct architectural approaches combine to give the temple its specific appearance.

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HOLE 3 - PAR 3

Palais Rihour

You will first notice the distinct Gothic architecture style of Palais Rihour. This building is a palace and is recognized as a classified historical monument. It stands as a significant piece of the city's history for any visitor to admire. I always find the intricate stonework of this style quite impressive to look at from the street. Whether you are interested in the city's layout or its old buildings, this palace is a primary stop to understand the local aesthetic and the official protections given to its most important sites.

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HOLE 4 - PAR 3

Palais des Beaux-Arts

You might think this is a small local gallery, but it is actually the Palais des Beaux-Arts. It is one of the largest art museums in France and serves as a municipal museum dedicated to antiquities, modern art, and fine arts. Founded in 1809, the building was designed by architects Fernand Delmas and Édouard-Jules-Claude Bérard. It is also a monument historique inscrit. I've noticed the crowds are consistent here, with 239,975 annual visitors coming to see the collections. It is a great spot to spend a few hours if you want to see how Lille handles its art history.

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HOLE 5 - PAR 3

Musée d'Histoire Naturelle et de Géologie

Located at 19 Rue de Bruxelles, the Musée d'Histoire Naturelle et de Géologie is a museum in Lille. It houses zoological and geological collections, making it a center for studying the natural world. Founded in 1822, the museum's holdings have expanded to include ethnographic specimens from the Musée Moillet and industrial objects from the old Musée Industriel et Commercial de Lille. I've noticed that 48,611 people visit the museum annually. It is a great spot to see how the city's scientific interests have evolved over time.

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HOLE 6 - PAR 3

Beffroi de Lille

Look up at the 104 meter height of Beffroi de Lille. This clock tower was designed by architect Émile Dubuisson and blends Art Deco style with Flemish Renaissance Revival architecture. As a belfry, it is a classified historical monument and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the most prominent landmarks in the skyline. I have found that the view from the top is a great way to see the city layout, provided you don't mind a few of us pigeons fluttering past you on the way up.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 3

Église Saint-Maurice

The Gothic architecture of Église Saint-Maurice is a prominent feature on Rue Pierre-Mauroy in the historic centre of Lille, northern France. Philippe Cannissié served as the architect for this church building. Construction began at the end of the 14th century and was completed at the end of the 19th century. Because of its significance, the building is a classified historical monument. Visitors to the area can see the enduring influence of the Gothic style in the design of the church, which remains a central point of interest in the heart of the city.

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HOLE 8 - PAR 3

Porte de Roubaix

Let me show you the Porte de Roubaix. This city gate was started in 1621, making it one of the older landmarks you will encounter on your walk through the streets. While many old fortifications disappear over time, this specific structure remains and is now a classified historical monument. You can pick out the sturdy masonry that once controlled who entered the city during a different era. I always find the scale of these old gates impressive compared to the modern streets surrounding them, and it is a great spot to pause and appreciate the city's age.

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HOLE 9 - PAR 3

Porte de Gand

Let me show you the Porte de Gand. This structure is a city gate and is recognized as a classified historical monument. It stands as a piece of the city's old defenses for you to admire while you walk the streets. I usually see a few crumbs dropped near the stone here, which makes it a favorite spot for my friends. Whether you are interested in the city's layout or its protected landmarks, this gate provides a clear look at the architectural history of the area.

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HOLE 10 - PAR 3

Maison natale de Charles de Gaulle

Charles de Gaulle was born in 1890 in this house located in Lille, in the Hauts-de-France, France. It is the birth house of the former leader and served as the home of his maternal grandparents. Today, the Maison natale de Charles de Gaulle is a museum that was established in 1983. You can see where his early history began, a place that now welcomes 11,000 annual visitors. I've seen a few tourists stop here to admire the quiet street, and it is a great spot to take a breath before moving on to your next shot.

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HOLE 11 - PAR 3

Vestiges de l'ancienne collégiale Saint-Pierre

The Collegiate Church of Saint-Pierre was a collegiate church located in Vieux-Lille. Today, the site is an instance of a destroyed church, and the crypt is the only remaining vestige of the original structure. This crypt was listed as a historic monument in 1971. Because of its significance, the site is a classified historical monument. You can visit these ruins to see what remains of the building after it was lost to history.

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HOLE 12 - PAR 3

Place du Général-de-Gaulle

Let me show you Place du Général-de-Gaulle, which is the historic main square of Lille. This urban public space is an instance of a square and is designed in a grand-place style. You can pick out the architectural details that define its character as you walk through the center of the city. It is situated in the commune of Lille within the Hauts-de-France region. I usually find that the open layout of the square makes it a great spot to pause and look around at the surroundings before moving on to the next landmark.

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HOLE 13 - PAR 3

Église Sainte-Catherine

This is not a secular monument, but Église Sainte-Catherine, a church building. It is a classified historical monument built in the Gothic architecture style. The inception of the church was in 1727. Visitors can observe the specific details of the Gothic architecture style that define the building's appearance. As a classified historical monument, the site is preserved to maintain its architectural and historical integrity for the public. It remains a significant example of the religious buildings found within the city.

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HOLE 15 - PAR 3

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de la Treille

Located in the center of the city, Cathédrale Notre-Dame de la Treille is a Catholic cathedral and a minor basilica. The inception of the building was in 1999, and it was designed in the Gothic Revival style. Charles Leroy and Arthur Martin were architects of the site. It is a monument historique inscrit and serves as the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Lille. You can observe the detailed stonework that defines this modern interpretation of a traditional religious structure.

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HOLE 16 - PAR 4

Parc Henri Matisse

Let me show you Parc Henri Matisse, which is a public park and gardens located in the Euralille district of Lille. If you are arriving by train, you will find that this park is adjacent to the Lille-Europe station. It is a useful place to stop and breathe in some fresh air before heading further into the city center. I have noticed that it provides a nice contrast to the surrounding urban environment of the Euralille district, making it a welcoming public space for any visitor to the city.

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HOLE 17 - PAR 4

Lille Grand Palais

This is not a simple gallery or a traditional hall. It is the Lille Grand Palais, an organization that brings a distinct architectural presence to the city. When you look at the structure, you can see the influence of Rem Koolhaas, who is the architect of the site. It is a landmark that stands out for its unique design and purpose within the local community. I always think the lines of the building look like they are trying to reach for the clouds.

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HOLE 18 - PAR 3

Synagogue

The eclectic architecture style defines the physical appearance of the Lille Synagogue. Located at 5, rue Auguste Angellier in the Hauts-de-France region of France, this synagogue was started in 1891. The building was designed by the architect Théophile-Albert Hannotin. It is a monument historique inscrit, which recognizes its significance to the city. Inside, the congregation of the Lille Synagogue worships in the Ashkenazi rite. This site remains an important place of worship and a notable architectural example for anyone visiting the streets of Lille.

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STOP 19

Théâtre Sébastopol

You might mistake this for a different kind of venue, but it is actually the Théâtre Sébastopol, a theatre building. While it looks like a typical part of the city's architecture, it has a specific history tied to its design. Léonce Hainez is the architect of the building. I've always found the facade a great spot to keep an eye on the street traffic, though I prefer the ledge to the seats. It is a prominent spot for anyone visiting the area to note as they move through the streets of Lille.

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OTHER COURSES

18 HOLES - PAR 56

Toulouse

18 stops

Toulouse looks like a sea of terracotta from a pigeon's perch, but the action happens down on the pavement. The map is the real city and the round is played on its actual streets, using local attractions like the Capitole as holes. Skip knows these alleys by heart. It is a full round of 18 holes with a par of 56, covering 11.1 km and using 34 portals.

18 HOLES - PAR 53

Strasbourg

18 stops

From a rooftop perch, Strasbourg looks like a puzzle of timber and stone. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, where attractions like Cathédrale Notre-Dame provide the architecture for the holes. This full round of 18 holes covers 10.3 km with a par of 53, using 8 portals to bridge the gaps. Skip knows every nook of these alleys and is the local guide.

18 HOLES - PAR 59

Paris

18 stops

This is Paris. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, where the real attractions like the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel are what the holes are built from. Skip knows these pavements well, even the bits where the breadcrumbs are best. A full round of 18 holes covers 12 km with a par of 59, using 198 portals to bridge the gaps between landmarks.

9 HOLES - PAR 30

Nice

9 stops

The ball rolls through the streets of Nice, where the map is the real city and the round is played on its actual pavement. The holes are built from real attractions, like the Musée Matisse, and Skip knows these neighborhoods by heart. A quick 9-hole round covers 6.8 km with a par of 30, using 16 portals to skip across the city. A few crumbs for the effort.

18 HOLES - PAR 52

Montpellier

18 stops

The ball drops into the cup at the Musée Fabre to start things off in Montpellier. The map is the real city, and the round is played on its actual streets using local landmarks for the holes. Skip knows these sidewalks well and acts as the local guide. This full round of 18 holes covers 10.3 km with a par of 52, using six portals to move across town.

FAQ

Is it free to play?

Yes. Every course runs in the browser with no account and no install.

Do I need to be in the city?

No. The full round plays from anywhere. Walking the real route is a nice way to see the city, but it is not required.

Are the maps real?

Yes. The geometry comes from OpenStreetMap data, rendered chunky on purpose. Streets, water and parks sit where they really are.