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Vue aérienne de Strasbourg

Organise your seminars, conferences and events in Strasbourg

  • TGV – 1 hour 45 minutes in Paris
  • Strasbourg Airport 10 mins from the town centre
  • CDG Airport 1 hour 50 minutes by TGV

Strasbourg, the European city

Strasbourg is at once a cultural, European and sustainable city, brimming with creative surprises! A green city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its Grande Île and Neustadt district, it is also famous for its cathedral and Christmas market.

With a diverse and well-suited range of accommodation comprising 164 hotels (10,693 rooms), including 3,979 rooms in 4- and 5-star establishments, and its many refurbished facilities, the city is well-equipped to host events of European significance.

Bordering Germany – which is accessible by tram – and home to the European Parliament and the Council of Europe, Strasbourg is a student city that is open and multicultural, combining Rhine-style romance with the French art de vivre.

In summary

Capacity:
Palais de la Musique et des Congrès: 3 auditoriums (1,900, 1,200 and 500 seats)
Zénith Strasbourg Europe: over 7,800 seats in conference layout

Hotel capacity:
164 hotels (10,693 rooms): including around 100 3* to 5* hotels with over 7,800 rooms
70 tourist accommodation establishments

Sustainability strategy:
Strasbourg is France’sleading cycling and ‘walkable’city , the fourth most cycle-friendly city in the world, and also France’s third ‘greenest’ city. All places of interest and MICE venues are accessible by tram or on foot.
The Palais de la Musique et des Congrès is certified to
ISO 9001 and ISO 20121.

Highlights in Strasbourg

L'IRCAD de Strasbourg
L’IRCAD est doté d’une infrastructure de plus de 13 000 m², à proximité immédiate du centre-ville de Strasbourg. C’est un pôle de prestige et d’excellence, équipé des dernières technologies audiovisuelles et de systèmes de vidéoconférence haute-définition
Le Château de Pourtalès
Auréolé d’un prestige incomparable, le Château de Pourtalès, met son cadre exclusif à votre disposition pour tous les événements de votre entreprise.
Le Palais Universitaire à Strasbourg
Le Palais Universitaire est l’un des plus beaux bâtiments de la ville. Sa prestigieuse Aula est propice aux réunions et moments d’échanges : inaugurations, séminaires, discours etc.
Le Zénith de Strasbourg
Le Zénith de Strasbourg est ouvert à toutes vos manifestations…Place à l’imagination ! Jauge maximale en concert : 12 079 places (assis/debout).
Geprovas; centre de simulation et analyses des explants vasculaires; Département d'Anesthésiologie; 4 rue Kirschleger; développement économique; innovation; médecine; chirurgie Vasculaire; nseignants-chercheurs; faculté de médecine; santé; Nextmed; technologies médicales; université; roland ries; robert herrmann; catherine trautmann;

Key Industry Sectors & International Conferences

Health – Pharmaceuticals – Biotechnology – Digital – Energy

As a European capital, Strasbourg is one of the leading destinations for international medical and scientific conferences.

Why hold your conference in Strasbourg?

  • A cutting-edge ecosystem, its hospitality facilities and its European dynamism
  • A diverse range of sectors of excellence, spanning digital technologies and materials engineering, through to the energy transition, logistics and the agri-food sector
  • Ranked 5th globally and 1st in France for hosting international government meetings (ICCA)
  • One of the top three French destinations for international medical and scientific conferences
  • Strong cross-border links between France, Germany and Switzerland
  • ISO 20121-certified MICE facilities
  • The Palais des Congrès had previously been awarded the ‘City & Congress of the Year – National Audience’ prize in 2023 for hosting the Secours Populaire Français congress. It was also recognised as the “Best Conference Centre in France” by the World MICE Awards in 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Ecosystem & key players

  • Research and innovation: Institute of Genetics and Molecular and Cellular Biology (IGBMC); world leader in robotic surgery and surgical AI: IRCAD (Training Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Endoscopy) and the Institute for Image-Guided Minimally Invasive Surgery (IHU Strasbourg)
  • BioValley France & Illkirch Innovation Park: tri-national medtech and healthcare cluster
  • ‘City & Conference Destination of the Year’ with an international audience
  • The University of Strasbourg, internationally recognised, home to several active Nobel laureates and particularly renowned in the field of medical technologies
  • Member of the tri-national EUCOR – The European Campus network and of the LERU (League of European Research Universities), which brings together Europe’s leading research universities; Strasbourg School of Biotechnology (ESBS)
  • Grand Est AI Cluster – ENACT: a regionally organised artificial intelligence cluster, based between Nancy and Strasbourg

Competitiveness clusters

  • Bioeconomy For Change (B4C)
  • BioValley France
  • Aquanova

🎯 Ideal for: medical conferences, surgery, medtech, e-health, artificial intelligence applied to healthcare.

Strasbourg Convention Bureau

Strasbourg Convention Bureau is here to support you with your projects

Because organising an event is a specialist skill, Strasbourg Convention Bureau, a not-for-profit organisation, acts as your guide, adviser and coordinator, providing free support by efficiently meeting your requirements.
Drawing on our experience and a wide network of service providers who are specialists in the region, we offer bespoke solutions for meeting venues, accommodation, gala evenings, caterers, local travel agencies, services, incentive activities, catering, event agencies, transport, audiovisual services, and more.
From analysing your needs to site visits, including the search for suitable suppliers and venues, we offer you bespoke support.

CONTACT

Mireille DARTUS
Director
mdartus@mystrasbourg.com
Tel.: 03 88 13 41 33

Nicolas BAPST
Head of Development
nbapst@mystrasbourg.com
Tel.: 03 88 13 41 32

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Strasbourg Events

The Strasbourg Convention Centre and Exhibition Centre: the two major event venues in the European capital.

Completely refurbished and expanded, these two iconic Strasbourg venues offer modern, flexible spaces designed to host a wide variety of events: conferences, corporate conventions, trade fairs, seminars, gala dinners, cultural events and much more.
Ideally situated in a leafy setting, right next to the European institutions, they are easily accessible by public transport and feature on-site car parking.
Designed to complement one another, the Palais des Congrès and the Parc des Expositions offer expanded capacity, enabling the organisation of hybrid events that combine vast exhibition spaces with numerous meeting rooms, all on a single event site.
Committed to responsible practices, these venues are ISO 20121-certified, guaranteeing sustainable event management and a reduced environmental impact.

CONTACT

Ramona Fischer
Director of Marketing Strategy & Business Development

rfischer@strasbourg-events.com
Tel: 06 49 75 90 96

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venues available

  • The Conference Centre

    Strasbourg Convention Centre: an award-winning centre of excellence, designed for your events
    Awarded ‘Best Conference Centre in France’ in 2023 and 2024 (World MICE Awards), the Strasbourg Conference Centre stands out for its prestigious setting, modern facilities and commitment to sustainable events.
    Designed to meet the needs of event organisers, it offers:
    ✔ 3 auditoriums with capacities of 1,900, 1,200 and 500 seats
    ✔ 20 bright and versatile meeting rooms (seating 35 to 450 people)
    ✔ A 3,000 m² multi-purpose exhibition hall
    ✔ A catering area capable of seating up to 1,400 guests
    ✔ Lush outdoor spaces, perfect for extending the experience into the open air
    ✔ Multifunctional spaces for networking and socialising

  • Strasbourg Exhibition Centre

    An eco-designed venue, conceived to create unique event experiences in synergy with the Palais des Congrès!
    The Strasbourg Exhibition Centre, designed by Kengo Kuma, is a model of innovation and sustainability. Entirely eco-designed, it maximises the use of natural light, incorporates sustainable materials and reduces its carbon footprint through advanced energy solutions.
    Modular and innovative spaces
    ✔ 4 interconnected exhibition halls offering over 13,000 m²
    ✔ La Nef, a 2,480 m² multi-purpose space with large floor-to-ceiling windows and a ceiling height of 17 m
    ✔ An additional hall covering 4,376 m²
    ✔ A 7,000 m² outdoor forecourt
    ✔ A private events space of 480 m²
    ✔ A lounge and a panoramic terrace
    ✔ Private dining areas
    A strong commitment to environmental responsibility
    ✔ An eco-designed building, maximising natural light and blending harmoniously with the surrounding landscape
    ✔ Geocooling system and natural ventilation for optimal comfort
    ✔ 2,400 m³ of timber structure, storing 1,700 tonnes of CO₂, a sustainable and responsible choice