La Cité Nantes Congress Centre
6,243 sqm
Indoor Space
2,000
Plenary Capacity
3,430
Banquet Capacity
30
Breakout Rooms
4
Exhibition Halls
About this Venue
La Cité Nantes Congress Centre, located in the heart of Nantes and opposite the TGV train station, is a premier convention centre in Western France. It offers a versatile setting for a wide range of events, from 200 to 4,000 participants, including international congresses, corporate conventions, exhibitions, trade shows, and cultural events. The venue features three auditoriums (450, 800, and 2,000 seats), 6,000 m2 of exhibition space, and 30 breakout rooms. Known for its warm and elegant atmosphere, the building incorporates wood interiors and large windows. La Cité is deeply committed to sustainability and corporate social responsibility, holding multiple certifications including AIPC Quality Standards Gold, ISO 9001, and ISO 20121. It is also recognized as a 'Healthy Venue' and offers eco-responsible services.
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Venue at a Glance
Venue Type
Convention Centre
City
Nantes
Country
FR
Total Indoor Space
6,243 sqm
Max Plenary
2,000
Max Banquet
3,430
Breakout Rooms
30
Exhibition Halls
4
Airport Distance
20 min
Full Address
5, rue de Valmy, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, 44041, FR
Event Spaces & Rooms
14 configurable spaces
| Space Name | Type | Theatre | Classroom | Banquet | Reception | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Auditorium | auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Auditorium 800 | auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Auditorium 450 | auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Great Hall | exhibition_hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Multi-purpose Area R0 | multi_purpose_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Multi-purpose Area R2 | multi_purpose_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Great Gallery | gallery | — | — | — | — | — |
| Upper Foyer | foyer | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lower Foyer | foyer | — | — | — | — | — |
| Room 300 | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Room 200 | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Room 150 | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Atlantic Club | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Meeting Rooms (30-80 seats) | meeting_room | — | — | — | — | — |
Sustainability
La Cité Nantes Congress Centre has a profound and long-standing commitment to sustainability and CSR, dating back over 20 years. It is the only French convention centre with AIPC Gold Quality Standards Certification and is ISO 20121 certified for sustainable event management. Key initiatives include a centralized technical system for efficient fluid management, 100% green energy, heating produced by waste incineration, monitoring water consumption, photovoltaic panels, sustainable development provisions in contracts, and green purchasing. The venue actively encourages and supports event organizers in reducing the carbon footprint of their events, including waste reduction, sorting uneaten food, and donating to charities. Nantes itself was the European Green Capital in 2013 and is listed in the Global Destination Sustainability Index.
Certifications
Notable Past Events
7 events hosted
Subvention & Funding Support
La Cité Nantes Congress Centre is managed by Nantes Métropole, indicating public ownership and potential government/CVB support for events. Nantes is promoted as a thriving and attractive city for business meetings by the Bureau des Congrès Nantes, suggesting local convention bureau support for events held at the venue.
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Quick Facts
- Airport
- 20 min drive
- Exhibition Halls
- 4
- Breakout Rooms
- 30
- Indoor Space
- 6,243 sqm
Contact Information
Destination
Nantes, France
Europe — Western Europe
View destination profileData Quality
Bronze
Last Verified
27 Mar 2026