Tourcoing is a commune located in northern France within the department of Nord. Situated on the Belgian border, the city lies to the north-northeast of Lille and is adjacent to the city of Roubaix.
As one of the largest urban centers in the Hauts-de-France region, Tourcoing ranks as the third largest city in the area by population, with approximately 99,000 inhabitants. The city serves as the chef-lieu of two cantons.