Centre de Congrès de Lyon: event and exhibition space

Centre de Congrès de Lyon, located in Lyon, is not just a conference venue, but a state-of-the-art space for ideas, business, and culture, designed for scale, comfort, and innovation.

Opened in 2006, the centre has become one of Europe’s premier venues for hosting international congresses, forums, exhibitions, and concerts. Designed by architect Renzo Piano, the mastermind behind the Pompidou Centre in Paris.

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Advantages of Lyon Convention Centre for Events

• Total Area: Over 24,000 m² of rentable space.
• Capacity: Up to 19,000 people across various zones simultaneously.
• Modularity: Easily adaptable halls for any event format, from B2B exhibitions to intimate lectures.
• Technology: Integrated solutions for hybrid events, simultaneous translation systems, and 5G infrastructure.
• Accommodation: Approximately 5,000 hotel rooms within walking distance.

Conference Halls and Spaces at Centre de Congrès de Lyon

• Amphithéâtre 3000: Iconic 3,000-seat hall with exceptional acoustics, used for concerts, ceremonies, and keynote speeches.
• Salle Lumière: 900-seat conference hall, ideal for plenary sessions and scientific symposia.
• Forum 1–6: Six interconnected halls with a combined capacity of over 2,000 people, offering flexible division and zoning.
• 80 Breakout Rooms: For workshops, presentations, and masterclasses, ranging from 30 to 200 m².
• Exhibition Spaces: 8,400 m² of open space for expositions and demonstrations.

How to Get to Centre de Congrès de Lyon

• By Car: Access via the périphérique nord ring road, with an underground parking lot for 1,200 vehicles.
• By Train: From Part-Dieu station, approximately 15 minutes by taxi or C1 bus.
• By Public Transport: C1 and C2 bus lines, stop at “Cité Internationale – Centre de Congrès.”
• By Bike or on Foot: Excellent infrastructure along the Rhône River and direct access to Parc de la Tête d’Or.

Tips and Recommendations for Visitors and Organizers

• Make time to explore Parc de la Tête d’Or, France’s largest urban park, located right next to the centre.
• On-site cafés, restaurants, and lounge areas are perfect for informal networking.
• Use the centre’s personal navigation and booking services via its mobile app.
• Pre-register for badges, especially for international events, to streamline entry.

Major Events at Centre de Congrès de Lyon

• World Cancer Congress, European Robotics Forum, and TEDxLyon — hosting world-class events.
• Over 300 events annually, including concerts by Jamie Cullum and Jane Birkin.
• Served as a venue for the final rounds of the Google Hash Code programming competition.

Requirements for Event Participants

• Online registration through event organizers is required.
• Participant identification via QR codes and badges.
• Separate entrance and loading area for exhibitors and stand builders.
• Strict adherence to safety, sanitation, and the centre’s internal regulations is mandatory.