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The European Metropolis of Lille identifies five metropolitan innovation sites: Eurasanté, EuraTechnologies/Blanchemaille, EuraMaterials, Euralimentaire, and EuraCreative.
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The European Metropolis of Lille identifies five metropolitan innovation sites: Eurasanté, EuraTechnologies/Blanchemaille, EuraMaterials, Euralimentaire, and EuraCreative.
The metropolitan authority describes Eurasanté as a cross-municipality health site connecting education, medical research, and specialized companies. It positions EuraTechnologies as a digital-sector support site serving entrepreneurs from early formation through international expansion.
EU-Startups reported that Lille-based digital health company Axomove raised €4 million in Series A funding in April 2026. The publication described Axomove as founded in 2019, with a digital rehabilitation pathway and professional follow-up. As of April 2026, it also reported French Social Security reimbursement for Axomove’s lower-back-pain service.
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Lille ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #210 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2026 | 71 to 80 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
16 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Lille
Investors 7
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Accelerators 3
AcceleratorEuraTechnologies is an innovation and startup hub located in Lille, France, established in 2009. It supports over 300 resident companies and…
AcceleratorBuilding startups through team assembly and support.
AcceleratorAccelerating sustainable innovation for startups.
Incubators 3
IncubatorSupporting the launch of digital deeptech startups.
IncubatorSupporting impactful digital startups.
IncubatorIncubating social utility projects in Lille.
Venture studios 3
Venture studioUnlocking creative potential in retail innovation.
Venture studio
Venture studioEmpowering ambitious startups from idea to market fit.
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What the sources say about Lille
As of April 2026, EU-Startups reported French Social Security reimbursement for Axomove's lower back pain service.
Source: Lille-based Axomove raises €4 million to scale digital rehabilitation platform reimbursed by French Social SecurityEU-Startups describes Axomove as founded in 2019 with a digital rehabilitation pathway and professional follow-up.
Source: Lille-based Axomove raises €4 million to scale digital rehabilitation platform reimbursed by French Social SecurityEU-Startups reported a €4 million Series A for Lille-based Axomove in April 2026.
Source: Lille-based Axomove raises €4 million to scale digital rehabilitation platform reimbursed by French Social SecurityThe metropolitan authority positions EuraTechnologies as a digital-sector support site serving entrepreneurs from early formation through international expansion.
Source: Sites d'excellenceEurasanté is a cross-municipality health site connecting education, medical research and specialized companies.
Source: Sites d'excellenceThe metropolitan authority identifies five innovation sites across priority economic sectors; this is a metro-level framework.
Source: Sites d'excellence
Questions about Lille
How does Lille rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #210 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Lille?
7 investors based in Lille have a profile here, including Hauts-de-France Innovation Développement, Autonomie & Solidarité and Nord Capital Partenaires. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Lille?
Yes. Lille has 3 accelerators, 3 incubators and 3 venture studios on record, including EuraTechnologies, Innovation & Startup Hub, Inria Startup Studio and The field - Collective is effective.
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