Dates

    2–6 Dec 2026

    City / country

    Paris, France

    Venue

    Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Le Salon Européen de l'Éducation will take place from December 2 to 6, 2026, at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.

    This event is a key gathering for all stakeholders in education, featuring the largest orientation fair for youth, alongside several other educational exhibitions.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Next edition: December 2-6, 2026.
    2. 2Location: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
    3. 3Expected attendance: 80,000 visitors.
    4. 4Features multiple educational fairs and conferences.
    5. 5Free entry for all visitors, supported by major partners.

    Why visit

    Visitors can gain insights into educational innovations, explore various educational pathways, and network with professionals in the field. Location: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Free entry for all visitors, supported by major partners.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a large audience of educators and decision-makers, enhancing visibility and engagement. Free entry for all visitors, supported by major partners. This event is crucial for connecting educators, students, and industry leaders, fostering innovation and collaboration in the education sector.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Educators seeking innovative teaching solutions
    Students exploring educational opportunities
    Parents looking for guidance on education pathways
    Education technology providers
    Policy makers in the education sector
    Career advisors and counselors

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Educational institutions
    EdTech companies
    Publishing houses
    Training organizations
    Career guidance services
    Government education departments

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Educational technology solutions
    Curriculum development resources
    Career guidance tools
    Student engagement platforms
    Professional development programs
    Assessment and evaluation tools

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    1
    Pavilion 7

    Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

    1, Place de la Porte de Versailles, 75015, Paris, France

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Pavilion 7

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Free registration
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    La Ligue de l'enseignement

    EmailWebsite

    WeYou Group

    EmailCall

    L'Etudiant

    EmailCall

    Onisep

    Email

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    This edition

    2026

    Visitors: 80,000

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Le Salon Européen de l'Éducation will take place from December 2 to 6, 2026, at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. This event is a key gathering for all stakeholders in education, featuring the largest orientation fair for youth, alongside several other educational exhibitions. This event is crucial for connecting educators, students, and industry leaders, fostering innovation and collaboration in the education sector. Join us for the 27th edition of Le Salon.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Educators seeking innovative teaching solutions, Students exploring educational opportunities, Parents looking for guidance on education pathways, Education technology providers. Next edition: December 2-6, 2026. Location: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Expected attendance: 80,000 visitors. Features multiple educational fairs and conferences. Le Salon Européen de l'Éducation attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a large audience of educators and decision-makers, enhancing visibility and engagement. Free entry for all visitors, supported by major partners. This event is crucial for connecting educators, students, and industry leaders, fostering innovation and collaboration in the education sector. Exhibitor categories include Educational institutions, EdTech companies, Publishing houses, Training organizations.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Paris / Île-de-France, France — gateway to the European education market

    Why it matters

    France runs one of Europe's largest education systems, with roughly 12 million school pupils and students and among the highest shares of GDP spent on education in the OECD; it is also a top-five global destination for international students. Hosting the salon at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in December puts national institutions, student-orientation bodies (Onisep, L'Étudiant), EdTech vendors, publishers and European partners in a single venue — unusual access to both institutional decision-makers and the students and families who shape programme and product demand.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    CDG

    Charles de Gaulle

    RER B + Metro often faster to Porte de Versailles or Villepinte.

    to venue

    40–60 min off-peak

    by car

    ORY

    Paris Orly

    Orly is closer to southern Paris halls.

    to venue

    25–40 min

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Porte de Vanves / Porte de Châtillon (14th–15th arr.), 10–20 min to the venue by tram T3a or Métro 12

    USD 90–140 / night

    Rates are typical December figures, not contracted show rates — book 4–8 weeks ahead; Paris hotel tax is charged per person per night on top.

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    Mid-range
    Vaugirard / Porte de Versailles (15th arr.), walking distance to the Parc des Expositions

    USD 160–260 / night

    Closest cluster to the halls; ask for a room away from the périphérique side for quieter nights.

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    Premium
    Montparnasse / Boulogne-Billancourt, 15–25 min to the venue by Métro 12 or taxi

    USD 280–450 / night

    Direct Métro 12 connection from Montparnasse to Porte de Versailles; useful for teams hosting evening meetings in central Paris.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 55–75 (taxi to Paris expo districts)
    Best forCharles de Gaulle (CDG) to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

    RER B + Metro often faster to Porte de Versailles or Villepinte.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 35–50 (taxi estimate)
    Best forParis Orly (ORY) to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

    Orly is closer to southern Paris halls.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forParis Beauvais (BVA) to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) — adultNationals of countries without a Schengen visa-exemption agreement, travelling for business, trade fairs, tourism or family visits of up to 90 days—15 calendar days standard; up to 45 days in exceptional cases or when extra documents are requested
    Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) — child 6–12Children aged 6–12 of visa-required nationalities accompanying an adult visitor—Same as adult applications (15+ days)
    Visa-free entry (90 days in any 180-day period)EU/EEA and Swiss citizens, plus visa-exempt nationals including UK, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, Japanese and South Korean passport holders—No visa application required

    EU/EEA/Swiss citizens may enter and work-visit freely. Visa-exempt nationals (UK, US, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea and others) may attend the salon for business or study visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa.

    France accepts ATA carnets for the temporary admission of professional equipment, display material and samples; confirm the procedure and show-specific customs arrangements with the organiser's freight partner before shipping stand material.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    December in Paris is cold, grey and damp: typical daytime highs of 7–9 °C with overnight lows around 3–4 °C, and rain on roughly 9–11 days of the month (≈50–55 mm total). Pack warm layers and a waterproof coat, and allow extra transfer time for wet or dark commutes — sunset is before 17:00 all week.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available — confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Language and sessions

    The salon and most exhibitor conversations run primarily in French, with English materials available from many universities and EdTech vendors. Ask whether conference sessions are bilingual before planning your day, and bring a translation app for stand conversations.

    Greetings, meetings and punctuality

    Shake hands on arrival and departure and use 'vous' until invited otherwise; business cards are exchanged casually. Arrive on time for scheduled meetings, and expect relationship-building time around lunch — French business lunches routinely run longer than the agenda suggests.

    Tipping, dress and transport etiquette

    Restaurant bills in France are 'service compris', so tipping is optional (round up or leave 5–10% for good service); tipping is not expected for taxis beyond rounding. Smart-casual to business formal is standard at education-sector events, with a warm coat essential in December. Keep your metro/tram ticket until you exit the paid area — checks are common.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: CDG

    Book flights to CDG when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare ORY only if fares are materially lower.

    Visa

    France is part of the Schengen area. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens, plus visa-exempt nationals (UK, US, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea and others), can attend without a visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay Type C visa: EUR 90 for adults and EUR 45 for children aged 6–12, applied for through the official France-Visas portal, typically processed in 15 calendar days (apply up to 6 months ahead and at least 15 days before travel). Business visitors should carry an organiser invitation, accommodation proof and travel insurance; applications filed through unofficial 'visa assistance' sites should be avoided.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Apply to the French consulate/visa centre for your main destination; apply up to 6 months before travel and at least 15 days in advance. Bring an organiser invitation letter, hotel booking and travel insurance. Children under 6 are exempt from the visa fee; both parents' consent may be required for minors.

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: CDG/ORY to fairgrounds: RER B + Metro, or taxi; allow 45–75 min depending on hall location.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: Porte de Vanves / Porte de Châtillon (14th–15th arr.), 10–20 min to the venue by tram T3a or Métro 12: ibis budget Paris Porte de Vanves, B&B Hôtel Paris Porte de Vanves; Vaugirard / Porte de Versailles (15th arr.), walking distance to the Parc des Expositions: ibis Paris Porte de Versailles, Mercure Paris Porte de Versailles Expo, Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles; Montparnasse / Boulogne-Billancourt, 15–25 min to the venue by Métro 12 or tax

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Paris; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Metro line 12 to Porte de Versailles; RER for north/south Paris halls.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: December 2026

    Temperature: 7–9 °C daytime highs, 3–4 °C overnight lows (December averages for Paris)

    Seasonality: One of the wettest periods of the Paris year: roughly 50–55 mm of rain across about 9–11 rain days, usually light drizzle rather than downpours. Expect overcast skies, short daylight and sunset before 17:00 — plan indoor transfers and a waterproof layer.

    Packing: December in Paris is cold, grey and damp: typical daytime highs of 7–9 °C with overnight lows around 3–4 °C, and rain on roughly 9–11 days of the month (≈50–55 mm total). Pack warm layers and a waterproof coat, and allow extra transfer time for wet or dark commutes — sunset is before 17:00 all week.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day for qualified buyer meetings: Thursday 3 December 2026

    The salon runs Wednesday 2 to Sunday 6 December 2026. Midweek days draw registered school groups, teachers and institutional buyers, while the weekend (Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December) is the busiest window for families and the general public. Thursday sits in the sweet spot: the programme and exhibitor stands are in full swing after opening-day logistics, yet aisles are noticeably lighter than at the weekend, so demos, meetings and stands conversations are easier to book on the spot.

    Side trips

    2

    Palace of Versailles

    Central Paris (Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Champs-Élysées lights)

    Networking spots

    3

    Show conference and workshop stages, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

    Organiser-run sessions concentrate institutional, academic and ministry contacts in one room across the five days

    Exhibitor B2B and partner stands (Onisep, L'Étudiant and university pavilions)

    Recruitment and partnership decision-makers staff these stands for the full run, making them the fastest route to qualified meetings

    Beaugrenelle Paris and Place de la Porte de Versailles cafés (about 10 min walk)

    Practical setting for informal coffee meetings and team dinners away from hall noise

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visa_fee

    visitor · standard_adult

    EUR 90 / per person

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    visa_fee

    visitor · child_6_12

    EUR 45 / per person

    official

    hotel

    visitor · budget

    USD 90–140 / per night

    estimate

    hotel

    visitor · mid_range

    USD 160–260 / per night

    estimate

    hotel

    visitor · premium

    USD 280–450 / per night

    estimate

    travel_local

    visitor · airport_transfer

    EUR 12–70 / per person, one way

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You want to compare programmes, meet universities and EdTech vendors in person and gather French/EU market intelligence before committing budget to exhibiting.

    Best for

    Teachers, careers advisers, students, families and institutional buyers benchmarking study options, teaching resources and EdTech suppliers

    Min. budget

    $700.00

    Timeline

    Register online in advance; book travel and hotels 4–8 weeks ahead; 15+ days lead time if a Schengen visa is required

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Paris hotel and rail prices climb toward the Christmas period, so late booking is materially more expensive.

    Visa-required nationalities risk missing the show if the application is filed inside the 15-day processing window.

    exhibit

    You have a defined French/EU student-recruitment or partnership pipeline and can staff the stand consistently across the full five-day run.

    Best for

    Universities, schools, training providers, publishers and EdTech vendors recruiting students or building French and EU partnerships

    Min. budget

    $3,000.00

    Timeline

    6–9 months: book stand space, confirm shell-scheme extras, arrange freight/ATA carnet, staff travel and visas

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Per-sqm stand pricing, mandatory shell scheme and exhibitor insurance are not published on the organiser site — obtain a written quote before committing.

    Most visitor conversations are in French, so staffing with French-speaking colleagues is a practical requirement.

    skip

    Track the sector remotely and reassess at the next edition or via a single scouting day rather than a full attendance.

    Best for

    Suppliers with no French or EU education-market interest, or teams already covering the sector through Bett, didacta or EAIE

    Timeline

    None

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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