Curious how Rue de Bordeaux got its name? It is a tribute to a city far to the southwest. Let me tell you about this street.
Rue de Bordeaux is located in Faches-Thumesnil. This is a commune that is near Lille. Public transit makes Rue de Bordeaux easily accessible.
Many bus lines stop near Rue de Bordeaux. These include lines 15, 67, L1, and L7. Several train lines also provide access. These are the C40, C60, and K60. Even the metro line M2 can get you here.
If you’re arriving by bus, the Rue De Bordeaux stop is the closest. It is only a minute’s walk away. Other nearby bus stops include Rubens, Eglise, and Destoop. If you prefer the train, Lille Porte De Douai is the nearest station. It is about a 13-minute walk.
But why “Rue de Bordeaux?” To understand, we have to delve into the historical naming practices of Lille. The list of old street names in Lille is quite extensive. Many streets have disappeared. Others have simply changed names over time.
The disappearance of streets was mainly due to urban planning. This happened after the city’s expansion in 1858. Some streets vanished to make way for new developments. These included the construction of the Rue Nationale in 1862 and the Rue Faidherbe in 1869-1870. The creation of the Boulevard Carnot from 1906 to 1914 also led to street disappearances. World War I also caused destruction.
Name changes were common especially in the northern part of Vieux-Lille. This dates back to the expansion of 1670. Rue de l’Abbiette became Rue de Tournai before 1793. Rue d’Angoulême is now Rue Voltaire in Vieux-Lille. Rue d’Anjou is today’s Rue du Lieutenant-Colpin.
The current Rue de Bordeaux was once named something else. It was previously called Rue Albert Samain in Lille-Moulins. Like many streets in Lille, Rue de Bordeaux has a history of transformation.
Today, Rue de Bordeaux serves as a vital transit point. It connects residents and visitors to various parts of Faches-Thumesnil and Lille. The street facilitates easy access to essential services and attractions. The street embodies the spirit of Lille, a city that honors its past while embracing progress. It is a small street with a big connection to the larger city.