Located in the heart of the Hauts-de-France region, Valenciennes shines with its dynamism and ability to host large-scale events. Whether you’re planning a conference, seminar, business meeting, show or concert, Valenciennes has a lot to offer. A convivial destination par excellence, it will leave your participants with unforgettable memories.
Easily accessible thanks to its international airport and TGV train station, Valenciennes is just a few hours from major French and European conurbations. Served by an efficient bus and streetcar network, it offers unrivalled travel convenience.
The city offers first-rate infrastructures and facilities, as well as a wide range of accommodation options. No fewer than 1,470 rooms are available to accommodate your speakers, artists, participants and spectators.
Valenciennes is constantly on the move. It combines a particularly rich architectural and cultural heritage with a strong appetite for modernity, technology and innovation. Proud of its past and looking to the future, it’s a pleasant city to live in and charming to discover, with its museums, monuments and numerous shops, cafés and restaurants.
Valenciennes is the perfect destination if you want to organize an event in an authentic, historic setting while enjoying the benefits of a vibrant, innovative city.
Take time to discover the unique charm of Valenciennes, sub-prefecture of the Nord department and 4th largest urban area in the Hauts-de-France region. Proud of its cultural and historical heritage, Valenciennes offers many opportunities for exploration and sightseeing. In addition to its museums, monuments and buildings, the town is renowned for its art of living. With its trendy cafés, trendy boutiques and renowned restaurants, there's no end to what you'll find in the dynamic and attractive Valenciennes.The Nord-Pas-de-Calais coalfield extends over the territory of Valenciennes Métropole and was listed as a UNSECO World Heritage Site in 2012 for its rich history. In 1720, miners from the Nord region discovered the first coal seam at Fresnes, near Valenciennes. This discovery marked the beginning of industrialization in the region, with the creation of the Anzin company.
With its strong identity and vitality, Valenciennes is constantly evolving. With its focus on technology and innovation, the city is home to numerous companies and start-ups, particularly in three areas of excellence: ground transportation, digital technology and sustainable logistics. Alstom, Transalley, I-Trans and, of course, Toyota are just some of the major companies based here.Thanks to its cluster dedicated to innovation and digital technology, Valenciennes was awarded the "La French Tech" label in 2014. In the heart of the Parc des Rives Créatives de l'Escaut, just a stone's throw from the Cité des Congrès, Valenciennes is also home to the Rubika school. This internationally renowned school is dedicated to digital creation. Every year, it trains nearly 900 students in video games, 2D/3D animation and design. Valenciennes regularly organizes events such as trade fairs, conferences and workshops to promote its entrepreneurial ecosystem around technology and innovation.
Valenciennes has a reputation as an energetic and daring city. Culture, art and leisure are an integral part of its DNA. With its many theaters, including the famous Théâtre du Phénix, its concert halls with exceptional acoustics and its varied range of shows, Valenciennes' arts scene has nothing to envy that of the surrounding major metropolises.Valenciennes is the French city with the most statues per square kilometer, which is why it's nicknamed the Athens of the North. It boasts some 85 open-air statues, which can be discovered throughout the city. It is the birthplace of many artists, including Antoine Watteau.But that's not all: the superb Musée des Beaux-Arts, with its emphasis on painting and sculpture, boasts 800 works on display. Closed for the time being, this jewel of the art world is undergoing a facelift.Finally, the Stade du Hainaut, located in the city center, hosts Valenciennes Football Club matches as well as major sporting events. To complete the leisure offer and enable you to welcome your teams and partners around recreational activities, the city of Valenciennes provides indoor and outdoor leisure facilities: bowling, skating rink, laser game, escape game, not forgetting the casino and the golf course, one of the oldest in the region.
La Congress Center of Valenciennes combines accessibility, modern facilities and a dedicated team to help you organize exceptional events. Discover a place where conviviality and passion meet to make your events a unique and unforgettable experience. Vibrate to the rhythm of your events with Cité des Congrès Valenciennes.
Welcome to your company’s seminar at the Congress Center of Valenciennes.
Located in the immediate vicinity of Valenciennes, the Congress Center of Valenciennes is ideally situated. Easily accessible by car, train or plane, it enables your employees, whether local or from all over France, to reach your event with complete peace of mind. Just a few minutes from Valenciennes, the Congress Center of Valenciennes offers easy access to the city center and its many attractions, hotels and restaurants.
