Halluin

Halluin is a commune in the Nord department in the Hauts-de-France region of northern France. It lies just north of Lille, near the Belgian border, and is part of the Métropole Européenne de Lille (MEL), an intercommunal structure that coordinates transport, development and planning for the metropolitan area.

Geography: The town occupies a relatively flat, urbanized area and is part of the cross-border region that includes Belgian municipalities opposite Halluin. It is connected by regional roads and lies within the dense Lille metropolitan corridor that links several municipalities in the Nord department.

History and economy: Halluin has historical ties to the broader industrial history of the Lille area, with development in the 19th and early 20th centuries tied to manufacturing and trade. In the present day, the economy centers on services, small businesses, and residential commuting to larger employment centers in the region. The town preserves historic architecture and several religious and community buildings.

Administration and demographics: Halluin is governed by a mayor and municipal council. It participates in intercommunal projects through the MEL and collaborates with neighboring municipalities on cross-border issues and regional planning. The population comprises families and workers who are part of the greater Lille metropolitan region.