{"id":213253,"date":"2025-12-15T11:57:07","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T10:57:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/?p=213253"},"modified":"2025-12-15T12:13:12","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T11:13:12","slug":"new-h2-congress-centre-nimes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/en\/new-h2-congress-centre-nimes","title":{"rendered":"New MICE centre for N\u00eemes: the h2 convention centre inaugurated"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Just over two years after the first building was laid, the h2 conference centre was inaugurated with great fanfare on 6 December. Nearly 4,000 people flocked to the centre during the open afternoon, a sign of the public's interest in this new cultural and working facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why this minimalist yet enigmatic name? Those in charge of the project intend to make reference to the architectural design of this H-shaped building - designed by 3XN Architects and Chabanne - thanks to the glass footbridge linking the two structures. In addition, the letter H refers to the history of N\u00eemes, particularly the Roman period.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes.jpg\" alt=\"Congress Centre h2\" class=\"wp-image-213259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes-300x168-derived.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes-18x10-derived.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>In N\u00eemes, the future of MICE lies in the city centre<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-varenne-quote\"><blockquote><p><em>The opening of the h2 Convention Centre confirms N\u00eemes' ambition to become a key destination for business tourism<\/em>. <em>More than just a new facility, h2 embodies a dynamic: that of a city that reinvents itself, that creates, that inspires and attracts.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/aside>\n\n\n\n<p>A tribute to the city's past, the new convention centre also paves the way for an ambitious future. \"&nbsp;<em>The opening of the h2 Convention Centre confirms N\u00eemes' ambition to become a key destination for business tourism<\/em>&nbsp;\"summarise those responsible for the project. They go on to say: \"&nbsp;<em>More than just a new facility, h2 embodies a dynamic: that of a city that reinvents itself, that creates, that inspires and attracts.<\/em> \".<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This newcomer to the made-in-France MICE scene covers a total surface area of 8,500 m\u00b2. It includes a 673-seat auditorium, 18 modular meeting rooms (from 10 to 100 seats), a 700 m\u00b2 space that can be adapted to any type of event, and a restaurant area with a terrace and an uninterrupted view of the arena.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes-b.jpg\" alt=\"h2 \" class=\"wp-image-213263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes-b.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes-b-300x225-derived.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes-b-16x12-derived.jpg 16w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes-b-80x60-derived.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/h2-nimes-b-265x198-derived.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The new h2 centre is ready to host congresses, seminars, cultural events, trade fairs, conferences and shows. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Firmly anchored in its time, h2 claims sustainable urban construction status. ET already boasts two environmental certifications: B\u00e2timent Durable Occitanie (BDO) and Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM). The project's environmental credentials include 375 m\u00b2 of photovoltaic solar panels and 19 geothermal probes, as well as the use of bio-sourced and recycled materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another advantage of the new convention centre is that it will be located in the heart of the city, which, in addition to its logistical benefits, should transform the face of N\u00eemes. Local officials explain: \"&nbsp;<em>The Convention Centre plays a key role in boosting N\u00eemes' appeal. This project also contributes to the policy of revitalisation and urban regeneration of the city centre. (...) The h2, N\u00eemes Convention Centre, is not only a new centre of attraction for professionals, but also the symbol of the future face of the Porte de France district.<\/em>&nbsp;\".<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nimes-h2.jpg\" alt=\"H2 N\u00eemes\" class=\"wp-image-213261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nimes-h2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nimes-h2-300x225-derived.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nimes-h2-16x12-derived.jpg 16w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nimes-h2-80x60-derived.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.voyages-d-affaires.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/nimes-h2-265x198-derived.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The town of N\u00eemes has chosen the architectural firms 3XN Architects (Copenhagen) and Chabanne (Aix-en-Provence).<\/em> <em>for the h2 project<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Let there be no mistake: N\u00eemes is ready to take on a new dimension on the business tourism scene, and the destination intends to shine in France and beyond. SPL Eclat, which is responsible for running h2 - as well as the Mus\u00e9e de la Romanit\u00e9 - has already launched pre-marketing and intends to step up its efforts over the coming months with a presence at a number of trade shows.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The brand new h2 conference centre has just opened its doors in the heart of N\u00eemes. 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