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Grécourt Gate

Grécourt Gate was a historic city gate in Lille, France, dating to the medieval period. Constructed as part of the city's fortifications, it served as both a defensive structure and an entrance point for travelers. Over time, as Lille expanded and modernized, the gate was eventually demolished or replaced, but it remains an important symbol of the city’s medieval past. Today, references to Grécourt Gate highlight Lille’s architectural heritage and history of urban development.