Organise your conferences and business events in Reims
Radiant Reims
Reims, a city on a human scale with a wealth of attractions:
Just 45 minutes from Paris by TGV, Reims stands out as an exceptional destination where history, excellence and a warm, welcoming atmosphere come together. It offers a prestigious setting for national and international business events.
Reims offers a seamless and immersive experience where everything is within walking distance: from the TGV station, you can reach, in just a few minutes, the iconic UNESCO-listed sites, the Champagne Houses with their legendary cellars, a diverse range of accommodation and renowned gastronomy.
With its exceptional event venues, modern facilities such as the Congress Centre and the Reims Arena, and immersive experiences in the heart of the vineyards, Reims is the ideal city for combining business with the art of living.
Committed to a responsible approach to business tourism, Reims is focusing on sustainable transport with 242 km of cycle paths, 66 self-service bike-share stations and the roll-out of Orélys, the new 100% electric high-service-level bus. A connected, inspiring and sustainable destination, where every event becomes a unique experience.
In summary
Sustainable development:
Greater Reims has developed the Grand Reims Durable® environmental quality label. It ranks as the 8th city in France with the most square metres of parkland per inhabitant.
Hotel capacity – Nearly 4,000 rooms
Over 1,000 rooms in Reims city centre
5 five-star hotels
14 four-star hotels
28 three-star hotels
15 two-star hotels
14 unclassified hotels
5 holiday residences
Unusual venues: UNESCO World Heritage sites available for private hire.
Unique and temporary venues for organising seminars and business events.
Major facilities:
Convention centre (15,000 m² over 3 levels),
Exhibition centre (15,000 m² of covered space) and
ARENA (13,000 m²).
Highlights in Reims
Key Industry Sectors & International Conferences
Bioeconomy – Health – Digital (cybersecurity) – Industry
As a pioneer in the bioeconomy in Europe, Reims has established itself as a leading destination for scientific and professional conferences relating to sustainable agriculture, the bio-based industry and the green transition.
Why hold your conference in Reims?
- Easy access from Paris and across Europe (45 minutes from Paris by TGV and 30 minutes from Paris CDG Airport)
- A European ecosystem of excellence dedicated to the bioeconomy
- A unique synergy between academic research, innovation and large-scale industry
- ISO 20121-certified MICE facilities
Ecosystem & expertise
- University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne, a leading university in the bioeconomy, environment, agronomy and green chemistry
- Participating grandes écoles: AgroParisTech – National Institute of Life Sciences, Life Sciences Industries and the Environment; CentraleSupélec; NEOMA Business School; Sciences Po – Paris Institute of Political Studies (programmes and projects related to transition policies)
- Conservatoire national des arts et métiers (training and technology transfer)
- European Centre for Biotechnology and Bioeconomy, a research and innovation platform bringing together universities and grandes écoles
- Pomacle–Bazancourt Biorefinery, Europe’s largest integrated bioeconomy site (160 hectares), bringing together research, innovation and industry
- International Institute for Bioeconomy and the Environment (EXEBIO), a centre of excellence for research and training supported by France 2030
Competitiveness clusters
- Bioeconomy For Change (B4C)
🎯 Ideal for: agro-industrial conferences, sustainability, biomass, agricultural transition.
Reims Convention Bureau
To ensure your event is a success, the Reims Convention Bureau at the Tourist Office offers you free support, with a bespoke, transparent and environmentally responsible approach.
Drawing on its expertise, local knowledge and network of qualified service providers, it offers solutions tailored to your needs. From planning to execution, a dedicated team will support you at every stage to ensure a smooth, efficient and memorable event.
CONTACTNathalie MORTIER
Reims Convention Bureau
n.mortier@reims-tourisme.com
Tel.: 03 26 77 45 23 / 06 40 63 13 06
In Champagne, add a touch of prestige to your events!
The Champagne Convention Bureau simplifies your planning by bringing together conference centres, hoteliers, incoming agencies, restaurants, caterers and all tourism partners in the MICE sector across Champagne.
Set between Châlons-en-Champagne, Épernay and Reims, the region offers an exceptional setting for your events. Discover a destination with many facets: from urban to natural, and from gastronomic to cultural.
At Champagne Convention Bureau, an expert is dedicated 100 per cent to the MICE sector, maintaining constant contact with local partners. This in-depth knowledge of the destination and your specific requirements enables us to respond quickly and effectively to every event organisation enquiry.
CONTACTSylvie MILLOT
Champagne Convention Bureau
info@champagne-convention-bureau.com
Tel.: 03 26 69 81 88 / 06 34 17 39 07
Make your events truly special with Reims Events
Reims Events, a subsidiary of GL Events, the world leader in the events industry, manages the Congress Centre, the new Exhibition Centre and the new ARENA in Reims. Specialising in the events sector, it is recognised as an expert in hosting and organising economic and cultural events, fairs, trade shows, conferences, conventions and more.
With these three venues in Reims – two of which are situated right in the city centre – Reims Events offers a diverse range of facilities to host all types of events: large-scale trade fairs and events at the Exhibition Centre; seminars, conferences and conventions at the Conference Centre; and finally the ‘Entertainment’ section at the ARENA, featuring shows, sporting events and large-scale conventions.
CONTACTAlexandra FABRE
Sales Director
alexandra.fabre@reimsevents.com / commercial@reimsevents.com
Tel.: 03 26 77 44 95 / 06 49 00 41 28