Ronchin combines tangible heritage with green spaces and municipal sports facilities. A short trip to explore the area can appeal to a range of interests: Église Sainte-Rictrude and historic landmarks, outdoor activities, swimming and bicycle hire. If you are looking for a hotel in Ronchin, you can choose your focus based on whether you would like to include culture, green spaces or sports activities in your trip.
Heritage: the church, Villas Lebrun and the Catiches
Église Sainte-Rictrude is classified as a historic monument; it was listed by decree on 12 October 1920. The church houses a 17th-century statue of Saint Roch. The building and the statue offer different historical reference points: the precise date of the listing and the period in which the statue was created.
The preserved Villas Lebrun are also part of Ronchin’s heritage. They date from 1906 and bear witness to the craftsmanship of their time. Below ground, numerous quarries, also known as catiches, are an important part of the area’s history. They are several centuries old and originated in chalk extraction beneath the Métropole lilloise. These expansive spaces bear witness to a rich history of human activity; the Catiches are not listed as a site open to public visits. The area’s history therefore ranges from a church and a statue to preserved villas and underground chalk extraction.
Green spaces and outdoor activities
The green link between Ronchin and Lezennes stretches for about 2.5 km, from the Golf métropolitain in Lezennes, Ronchin and Lesquin to Avenue Jean Jaurès. The link gives residents opportunities to go for walks and picnics.
The municipal orchard also contributes to Ronchin’s green character: more than 500 fruit shrubs and 77 different varieties of apple, plum, pear and cherry trees have been planted there. Residents can pick and eat fruit in the municipal orchard free of charge.
Sports facilities and practical planning
La Plaine du Cerf is an open, shared-use site covering more than 12,000 m². It offers opportunities for various sports and walks, and is suitable for children. The site also includes a 600-metre running track. If you are travelling with children and would like to plan some outdoor activity, La Plaine du Cerf is one option to consider.
In terms of length, the green link, at about 2.5 km, is considerably longer than the 600-metre running track at La Plaine du Cerf. The link between Ronchin and Lezennes and the track within the shared-use site are therefore different ways to include physical activity in your stay.
The municipal swimming pool adds to the activities on offer with a large 25-metre pool. It also offers 45-minute sessions for water sports. The pool length and session duration can help you assess the facilities when planning your visit. Opening arrangements and programmes may change, so check the latest information before making firm plans to visit the pool.
Ronchin also has V'Lille stations offering self-service bicycle hire. If you would like to factor this into your plans, check availability in advance, as the service may change. This lets you weigh up bicycle hire, walks and sports facilities as different ways to spend your trip.
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