The undisputed European capital, Strasbourg ranks 6th among French cities (excluding Paris), for hosting conventions of international organisations!
According to the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), the capital of Alsace holds the 116th place worldwide for hosting international congresses. The city ranks 66th in Europe, up five spots from 2022.
This rise in the European standings and its stability in the French rankings confirm Strasbourg’s status as a prime destination for congresses, conventions, and business events.
Strategically located at the crossroads of Europe, the city is easily accessible for visitors from around the world. Strasbourg stands out for its economic and industrial appeal, as well as for its renowned art de vivre.
The city’s event complex spans nearly 75,000 m2 and includes the Congress Centre and the New Exhibition Park designed by Kengo Kuma. Strasbourg is perfectly equipped to host large-scale congresses and events.
The University of Strasbourg, with 56,000 students, 2,800 research professors, and 70 research units, also hosts numerous international events.
Strasbourg offers a unique setting, where historical heritage meets innovation. The European institutions in the city, including the European Parliament, strengthen its international influence. The city is also renowned for its exceptional UNESCO World Heritage city centre, its half-timbered houses, picturesque canals, and famous cuisine! So many highlights that make Strasbourg a prime destination for international business events, blending authenticity and efficiency.
A few examples of international congresses hosted in Strasbourg in 2023 among the twenty recognised by the ICCA: *
- Congress of the French Society of Immunology (SFI) and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Immunologie (DGfI)
- Congress of the European Union of Medicine in Assurance and Social Security (EUMASS)
- Placemaking Week Europe (PWE)
- Spring Conference of the International Automobile Federation
- 31st World Congress of Organ Builders
*Events by international organisations held in various countries, with a minimum of 50 participants
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