La Cite Nantes Congress Centre
6,243 sqm
Indoor Space
1,971
Plenary Capacity
3,430
Banquet Capacity
30
Breakout Rooms
2
Exhibition Halls
About this Venue
La Cité Nantes Congress Centre is a leading convention centre located in the heart of Nantes, opposite the TGV train station and 20 minutes from the international airport. Established over 30 years ago, it is known for its eco-responsible approach and commitment to quality and sustainable development. The venue offers a versatile range of spaces, including three auditoriums (450, 800, and 2,000 seats), 6,000 m² of exhibition space, and 30 breakout rooms, capable of hosting events from 200 to 4,000 participants. Its architecture features wood interiors and large windows, creating a warm and elegant atmosphere. La Cité provides customised, diversified, original, and sustainable services for national and international events, including conventions, corporate events, exhibitions, and live shows.
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Venue at a Glance
Venue Type
Convention Centre
City
Nantes
Country
FR
Total Indoor Space
6,243 sqm
Max Plenary
1,971
Max Banquet
3,430
Breakout Rooms
30
Exhibition Halls
2
Airport Distance
20 min
Hotel Rooms (1km)
105
Accessibility
70/10
Full Address
5, rue de Valmy, Nantes, 44041 Nantes Cedex 1, FR
Event Spaces & Rooms
13 configurable spaces
| Space Name | Type | Theatre | Classroom | Banquet | Reception | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Great Auditorium | auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Auditorium 800 | auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Auditorium 450 | auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Grande Halle | exhibition_hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Great Gallery | multipurpose_space | — | — | — | — | — |
| Atlantic Club | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Multipurpose area R0 | multipurpose_space | — | — | — | — | — |
| Multipurpose area R2 | multipurpose_space | — | — | — | — | — |
| Great Auditorium Foyer | foyer | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mezzanine | multipurpose_space | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lower Foyer | foyer | — | — | — | — | — |
| Upper Foyer | foyer | — | — | — | — | — |
| Meeting Rooms (various) | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
Sustainability
La Cité Nantes Congress Centre has a profound and long-standing commitment to sustainability, being a pioneer in eco-responsible event management for over 16 years. Key initiatives include 100% green energy, heating from waste incineration, efficient fluid management via a Centralised Technical Management System (CTMS), controlled water consumption, photovoltaic panels, LED lighting, and sustainable development provisions in contracts and green purchasing. The venue promotes local food networks, waste reduction (with over 19 types of selective sorting and food redistribution to charities), and encourages eco-designed stands and recyclable materials. They also utilize the CLEO event performance calculator to estimate environmental impact. [cite: 9 in previous search, 11 in previous search, 13 in previous search, 22 in previous search]
Certifications
Notable Past Events
2 events hosted
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Quick Facts
- Airport
- 20 min drive
- Hotels (1km)
- 105 rooms
- Exhibition Halls
- 2
- Breakout Rooms
- 30
- Indoor Space
- 6,243 sqm
Contact Information
Destination
Nantes, France
Europe — Western Europe
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Last Verified
5 Apr 2026