The 22nd ESE Biennial Congress 2025 will take place in the vibrant city of Paris, from September 3rd to 6th, 2025.
The venue, CNIT Paris La Défense, is one of the most iconic convention centres in Europe. Located in the heart of La Défense, just 10 minutes from central Paris, it offers world-class facilities and exceptional accessibility. The CNIT boasts a variety of versatile spaces, including auditoriums, meeting rooms, and exhibition areas, and hosts numerous high-profile events annually. With its modern infrastructure and proximity to Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports, the CNIT provides an ideal setting for an inspiring and seamless congress experience.
Congress Venue – CNIT Paris La Défense
Address: 2 Place de la Défense, 92053 Paris, France
Nearest Public Transport
Metro and RER Station: La Défense (Grande Arche)
Tram: T2, station "La Défense"
Easy Access by Public Transportation
We recommend using the Île-de-France Mobilités app for seamless navigation. The app allows you to purchase single, daily, or weekly tickets, plan routes, and pay conveniently with a credit or debit card. It is available for free on App Store and Google Play.
How to reach CNIT – From Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG):
Take the RER B train towards "Massy-Palaiseau" and change at "Châtelet-Les Halles" for RER A towards "Cergy/Poissy/Saint-Germain-en-Laye." Get off at "La Défense (Grande Arche)." The trip takes approximately 50 minutes.
How to reach CNIT – From Orly Airport (ORY):
Take the Orlyval shuttle to "Antony" and change for the RER B towards "Aéroport Charles de Gaulle." At "Châtelet-Les Halles," switch to RER A towards "Cergy/Poissy/Saint-Germain-en-Laye" and get off at "La Défense (Grande Arche)." This trip takes approximately 1 hour.
How to reach CNIT – From Central Paris:
Take the RER A from "Châtelet-Les Halles" or any connecting station and alight at "La Défense (Grande Arche)." The trip takes about 10 minutes. CNIT is directly connected to the station via an underground passageway.