Corporate seminars in Paris: venues and activities

Would you like to organise a company seminar in Paris? You've come to the right place! The French capital offers an ideal combination of heritage, economic dynamism and unusual locations. Find out why Paris appeals so much to companies, what original activities to plan and which venues to choose for a successful business event.

Why organise your seminar in Paris?

Paris is a leading destination for business seminars. Easy to reach thanks to its train stations and airports, the City of Light hosts thousands of business events every year. The capital alone accounts for almost a third of national corporate seminars. Choosing Paris also stimulates participation.

In terms of experience, Paris combines work and discovery. A break on the banks of the Seine, a view of the Eiffel Tower, a stroll in a Latin quarter or a visit to a monument... all opportunities to strengthen your team's cohesion.

Finally, Paris is committed to the ecological transition, with certified venues, responsible caterers and CSR activities. So you can organise an eco-responsible seminar here, combining modernity and authenticity.

Our activities for a seminar in Paris

Whereez offers you a wide range of activities to strengthen your teams and give your event a dynamic feel.

Full-day/half-day seminars

1 half-day seminar activity: "The Impossible Bridge" Challenge. In just a few hours, your staff take up a collective challenge by building a giant bridge. A fun and creative activity that promotes cooperation and team spirit in an unusual setting.

1 day seminar activity: La Croisière s'amuse. An immersive day on the water with a treasure hunt on a barge, a convivial lunch on the banks of the Seine and summer games. The evening ends with a festive cocktail party or dinner cruise. It's an exotic and friendly format that will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Seminar with an environmental theme

• Discoverurban beekeeping: experience an introduction to beekeeping on the roofs of Paris, a symbol of cooperation and ecological commitment.
• CSR workshops on an urban farm: gardening, tasting or a biodiversity quiz in a bucolic setting in the heart of the capital. An authentic experience to raise your teams' awareness of sustainable issues.

These events, whether creative, festive or responsible, guarantee a unifying seminar tailored to your business needs.

Our 5 favourite venues for organising your seminar in Paris

Paris has an abundance of meeting rooms, atypical spaces and exceptional venues to suit all formats.

1. The event loft in the Marais

Le Loft événementiel du Marais is located in the heart of Paris. This 500 m² loft-showroom under a glass roof combines industrial style and modernity. Modular on two levels (bright showroom and cosy loft), it can accommodate up to 150 people for conferences and 200 for cocktails.

Fully equipped with professional equipment (screens, sound system, stage lighting), it is perfect for a plenary session followed by creative workshops. A central and elegant setting, easily accessible by metro.

2. L'Appartement Sentier

In the 2ᵉ arrondissement, L'Appartement Sentier is a 170 m² event flat that recreates a friendly atmosphere "just like home". With a lounge, dining room and workspace, it is suitable for groups of 40 to 60 participants. Its warm, bohemian decor encourages creativity and informal exchanges.

Fully equipped (broadband wifi, video projector, flipcharts), it's perfect for a small group workshop or seminar.

3. Renovated former factory (11ᵉ arr.)

This 650 m² venue, the result of a former 19thᵉ century factory, combines industrial charm with modern facilities. High stone walls, wooden beams and a large glass roof create a unique atmosphere.

Several interconnecting spaces (130 m² main room, mezzanine, basement lounge) give great flexibility for your seminars. This restored former factory can accommodate up to 200 people.

4. La Bellevilloise

A landmark venue in the 20ᵉ arrondissement, La Bellevilloise spreads out over 2,000 m² on four levels. Its assets:

• A 350 m² loft
• A forum with a terrace planted with trees
• A glass-roofed hall
• A 180 m² rooftop with panoramic views over Paris.

Its capacity (up to 1,500 participants) and its partnership with local caterers make it an ideal choice for a large-scale business event:

• Convention
• Product launches
• Incentive seminars.

5. L'Atelier d'artiste

Intimate and inspiring, this 160 m² loft located between the 3ᵉ and 10ᵉ arrondissement is bathed in natural light thanks to its glass roofs. Perfect for 30 to 60 participants, L'Atelier d'artiste combines a lounge area, open kitchen and vintage touches.

A friendly and stimulating atmosphere, recommended for a workshop, creative seminar or client evening.

A successful corporate seminar in Paris

To ensure the success of your corporate seminar in Paris, here are the points to bear in mind:

Define your objectives and format:

• Clarify your expectations: team-building, training, project launch, strategic reflection, etc.
• Adapt the format (short meeting, study day, residential seminar over several days) and set your budget, number of participants and duration.

Take care of logistics and planning:

• Prepare a clear schedule: session times, coffee breaks, meals, activities.
• Anticipate requirements: transport for participants (PRM access, parking, etc.), signage, technical equipment (video projectors, microphones, flipcharts).
• Work with a local caterer for an adapted lunch, cocktail party or dinner.
• Think about special diets and food allergies

Incorporate adapted team building activities:

• Urban rally, escape game, cookery workshop, artistic activity, Olympics or CSR team building (bee-keeping, nature workshops).
• Choose activities that are in line with your objectives: collaboration, creativity, challenging yourself.

Rely on professionals:

• Entrust the organisation of your event to a local expert like Whereez: venue search, selection of activities, logistical coordination.
• Save time, benefit from our experience and negotiated rates, and be sure of reliable support on the big day.

FAQ - Corporate seminars in Paris

What seminar formats are possible in Paris?

Paris can accommodate all types of seminar: half-day, full-day, residential, etc.

How can Whereez help you?

In practical terms, we offer you complete, tailor-made support (from A to Z). We'll be with you every step of the way:

• Defining your needs (budget, number of people, objectives, constraints)
• Finding the ideal venue (we have a wide selection of unusual venues and partner venues in and around Paris)
• Suggest activities and events to suit your team, and coordinate the overall logistics.

You benefit from theexpertise of our teams in finding quality service providers (caterers, entertainers, transport, etc.) and negotiated rates at no extra cost (best price guaranteed).

Whereez acts as a single intermediary: we take care of bookings and management with each supplier, saving you precious time. On the big day, we can be on hand to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Depending on your coordination needs, we can also call on the services of event managers.

How do you choose the perfect venue?

Choose a venue with the right capacity and facilities for your group and your objectives. The atmosphere should reflect the spirit of your company and the momentum you want to create, whether it's a sober, creative or festive setting.

What type of venue for what format?

• Meeting room for a professional workshop.
• Hotel or estate with accommodation for a residential seminar.
• Loft, barge or unusual space for a creative or festive event.
• Think about accessibility (transport, local area, parking) and equipment (wifi, screens, modular furniture)

What activities should you plan?

Depending on your objectives (offering a green break, raising awareness, encouraging creativity, managing internal conflicts, rewarding teams, etc.), the activities you choose will be different because they will add a different tone to the experience for participants.

Here are just a few examples: an urban rally, an artistic activity, a cookery workshop, an escape game or CSR activities such as bee-keeping are all very popular. These activities strengthen team cohesion while enhancing the Parisian experience. There's no shortage of ideas at Whereez!