Why is Orléans the ideal conference destination?
Orleans is a premier destination for conferences and business events. Located less than an hour from Paris, its excellent connectivity and modern infrastructure make it the perfect setting for any type of event. Whether you’re seeking a strategic location, a vibrant business environment, or a truly memorable experience, Orleans offers everything you need to ensure your event’s success. Discover what makes this destination the ideal choice for conference and event organizers.
The closest regional capital to Paris
Strategically located, Orléans is the ideal destination for organising your conferences and business events. Its proximity to Paris and its excellent transport network guarantee optimum accessibility.
A booming MICE destination
Orléans stands out as a prime destination for the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) sector. With its modern infrastructure and strategic location, the city has been demonstrating its dynamism and ability to host large-scale events since the opening of CO'Met, a new all-in-one infrastructure.
The economic dynamism
and scientific excellence
Orléans stands out for its economic and scientific dynamism. With a strong synergy between research, higher education and industry, it is home to internationally renowned competitiveness clusters, leading companies and cutting-edge infrastructures, making it an area of innovation and excellence.
- 4 competitiveness clusters internationally recognized
- 70% of the French pharmaceutical sector
- 4th France’s largest logistics platform
3,400 rooms,
1,000 within walking distance of the station
An exceptional hotel experience
Orléans Loire Valley boasts a diverse range of hotels, tailored to the needs of business visitors and conference delegates. With more than 3,400 rooms spread across the city, including almost 1,000 within walking distance of the station, the destination combines comfort, accessibility and quality for an unforgettable stay.
An experience to enjoy
Completely renovated since 2000, Orléans offers an exceptional quality of life, appreciated by both its residents and the thousands of visitors who discover it every year. With its rich heritage, unspoilt natural areas and numerous team-building activities, Orléans Loire Valley is an ideal destination for combining work and pleasure.
An innovative and sustainable destination
Orléans Loire Valley is firmly committed to sustainable development, integrating responsible, environmentally-friendly practices into all its projects. The Tourist Office is pursuing this approach by obtaining ISO 20121 certification in July 2024 and the Innovative and Sustainable Destination label in February 2025. These commitments, which focus on social, economic and environmental responsibility, actively involve visitors, organisers, service providers and local authorities in reducing the impact of events and promoting sustainable consumption.
Orléans Convention:
a team dedicated to your project
A passionate team at your service!
Orléans Convention, the Orléans Convention Bureau, can help you organise your events free of charge. As experts in the region, we will select for you the best offers that perfectly match your needs. From conception to completion, we put our network and know-how to work to make your event an unforgettable success.