Hosting a Delegation During the European Parliament’s Plenary Sessions in Strasbourg

The Strasbourg session calendar

Plenary sessions are held in the Louise Weiss building, Monday to Thursday. Remaining in 2026: 19-22 October, 23-26 November and 14-17 December. The 2027 calendar adopted by Parliament sets the following sessions:

• 18-21 January, 15-18 February, 8-11 March, 12-15 April;
• 24-27 May, 14-17 June, 5-8 July;
• 13-16 September, 4-7 October, 18-21 October;
• 22-25 November, 13-16 December.

The calendar may change; we reconfirm it against Parliament’s official sources before any booking.

Why planning ahead is decisive

During session weeks, Strasbourg’s hotels are in high demand and the best addresses are booked far in advance. Trains from Paris and flights into Strasbourg-Entzheim fill up, as do private rooms and sought-after tables on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. In December, the session coincides with the Christmas market, which adds further pressure.

What we organise for a delegation

Accommodation

Room blocks in hotels matched to the delegation’s level, private apartments for longer stays, or an entire residence for delegations that wish to stay together. For heads of delegation, we look for discretion and proximity to the European quarter.

Transfers and mobility

Personal welcome at the station or airport (Strasbourg-Entzheim, Basel-Mulhouse, Frankfurt), private drivers and dedicated vehicles, shuttles between hotel and Parliament, and timings aligned with the official programme.

Access and protocol

Accreditation and access badges for Parliament are handled exclusively by Parliament’s services and by the inviting MEP or institution. Our role is to prepare everything else: a detailed roadmap, timings, contacts, venue reconnaissance and respect for protocol.

Receptions and dinners

Working lunches, delegation dinners in a private room or residence, receptions with a private chef. Menus and running orders are adapted to dietary, cultural and religious requirements.

Additional services

Coordination of interpreters and meeting rooms outside Parliament, a partners’ programme, cultural visits, protocol gifts from Alsatian artisans and extensions to Colmar or the wine route.

A three-stage method

Before: receiving the programme, identifying needs, bookings and roadmap. During: a single point of contact available at all hours, with real-time adjustments if votes or meetings move. After: an organised departure and a debrief to prepare the next session.

Our corporate concierge and private concierge work together on these stays. In December, combine the session with the Alsace Christmas markets, the private way. Every proposal is personal and confidential — write to us through our contact page.

Frequently asked questions

What are the European Parliament’s Strasbourg session dates in 2027?

18-21 January, 15-18 February, 8-11 March, 12-15 April, 24-27 May, 14-17 June, 5-8 July, 13-16 September, 4-7 October, 18-21 October, 22-25 November and 13-16 December 2027, according to the adopted calendar.

How far ahead should a delegation book accommodation?

As early as possible, ideally as soon as the dates are known: session weeks are the busiest of the year in Strasbourg.

Can you obtain access badges for Parliament?

No. Accreditation is handled exclusively by Parliament’s services and by the inviting person or institution. We organise all the logistics around it.

Do you arrange transfers from Frankfurt or Basel?

Yes, with private drivers and dedicated vehicles, from Strasbourg-Entzheim, Basel-Mulhouse, Frankfurt or Strasbourg station.

Can a delegation dinner be arranged during the session?

Yes, in a private room, a residence or a privatised restaurant depending on availability, with a menu adapted to everyone’s requirements.

Do sessions last the whole week?

They generally run Monday to Thursday. Arrivals cluster on Monday and departures on Thursday.

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