BATIMAT (Mondial du Batiment): Hotels & Where to Stay
28 Sept – 1 Oct 2026 Paris Expo Porte de Versailles 135,944 attendees
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BATIMAT is one of the world's leading construction and building trade fairs, held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in the city's 15th arrondissement. Part of the wider Paris construction week, it brings together manufacturers, architects, contractors, distributors and specifiers across structural work, materials, tools, finishes and building technology, drawing exhibitors and visitors from across Europe and beyond. For a hotel-booking traveller, the appeal is twofold: Porte de Versailles is France's largest exhibition centre and it sits inside Paris itself, directly on Metro Line 12 and the tram network, rather than out at an airport. That means you can stay almost anywhere on the Paris Metro map and reach the halls easily, and enjoy the city's restaurants and culture in the evenings. Business travellers often base themselves in the 15th arrondissement for the shortest commute, or in more central districts for the classic Paris experience, trading a slightly longer ride for atmosphere.
Popular areas for attendees: Porte de Versailles / 15th arrondissement · Montparnasse · Issy-les-Moulineaux.
- A flagship European construction fair covering materials, tools, finishes and building tech under one roof.
- Held inside Paris on Metro Line 12, so hotels almost anywhere in the city are within easy reach.
- Porte de Versailles is France's largest exhibition venue, hosting a deep and international exhibitor base.
- Combine business with world-class Paris dining, culture and evening networking after the halls close.
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 28 Sept – 1 Oct 2026
- Venue
- Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
- City
- Paris, France
- Airport
- CDG
- Attendance
- 135,944
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Where to eat during BATIMAT (Mondial du Batiment)
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles sits in the 15th arrondissement, with plenty of honest bistros within walking distance and the Villepinte fairground reachable by RER B to the north. Reserve dinner tables; many good kitchens serve only one seating.
Le Cinq
French haute cuisine
8th arr., Four Seasons George V (~6km north of Porte de Versailles)
Opulent gastronomic dining room off the Champs-Elysees, the benchmark for a high-stakes client dinner in Paris.
Tip: Jacket expected; the set lunch is a comparative bargain for the experience.
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Le Casse-Noix
French bistro
15th arr., near Porte de Versailles / Bir-Hakeim
A warm, no-nonsense neighbourhood bistro doing classic seasonal French cooking near the expo. A dependable mid-range dinner close to the halls.
Tip: Book ahead - it's small and popular with locals.
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L'Antre Amis
Modern French
15th arr., Avenue de Segur (~1.5km from Porte de Versailles)
Refined, contemporary market cooking in an intimate room - a step up from a standard bistro without tipping into formal. Good for a relaxed working dinner.
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La Coupole
Grand brasserie
Montparnasse, 14th arr. (~4km from Porte de Versailles)
A vast, historic Art Deco brasserie serving oysters, steak tartare and classic seafood platters late into the night. Great theatre for a larger group.
Tip: Open late daily; ideal after an evening event when other kitchens have closed.
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Bouillon Pigalle
Traditional French
18th arr., Pigalle (~8km north; RER/Metro)
A revived 'bouillon' serving hearty French classics at remarkably low prices. Perfect for an inexpensive, authentic solo or team meal.
Tip: No reservations - go early or expect a queue.
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Cafe de Flore
Historic Parisian cafe
Saint-Germain-des-Pres, 6th arr. (~5km from Porte de Versailles)
The quintessential Left Bank literary cafe, best for a coffee, croissant and people-watching before or between meetings. More about the ritual than the menu.
Tip: Terrace seats cost a premium but are the whole point.
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While you're in Paris
From PSG at the Parc des Princes to Roland-Garros and rugby at the Stade de France, Paris keeps a full sporting and cultural calendar.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
France's marquee football club, playing Ligue 1 and Champions League nights at the Parc des Princes, close to Porte de Versailles.
Find ticketsRoland-Garros (French Open)
The clay-court Grand Slam in the 16th arrondissement, one of the hottest tickets of the Paris spring.
Find ticketsFrance rugby at Stade de France
Six Nations internationals and major matches at the 80,000-seat national stadium in Saint-Denis, north of the city.
Find ticketsStade de France concerts
The national stadium doubles as France's premier summer stadium-concert venue for global touring acts.
Find ticketsParis Fashion Week
Twice-yearly ready-to-wear shows that take over venues across the city; most runway shows are invitation-only.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
Getting there
From Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- CDG is about 35 km northeast of Porte de Versailles; allow 45-70 minutes depending on transport and traffic.
- Take the RER B train into central Paris, then change to Metro Line 12 south to Porte de Versailles.
- The Roissybus and taxis or ride-hailing are alternatives; a taxi has a fixed fare zone into central Paris.
- Orly Airport (ORY) is closer to the venue and convenient if your route allows it, via tram T7 or Orlyval plus metro.
By rail and metro
- Metro Line 12 stops directly at Porte de Versailles, the venue's namesake station.
- Tram lines T2 and T3a also serve Porte de Versailles, useful from the western and southern edges of the city.
- Paris's main rail terminals (Gare du Nord, Gare de Lyon, Montparnasse) all connect to the venue via metro.
- Eurostar and TGV arrivals can reach the halls with a single metro change in most cases.
Getting around during BATIMAT (Mondial du Batiment)
Metro and public transport
- The Paris Metro is dense, fast and the easiest way to reach the venue and move around the city.
- Buy a rechargeable Navigo or use contactless tickets on the Ile-de-France Mobilites system.
- Line 12 links Porte de Versailles to central hubs including Concorde, Madeleine and Montparnasse.
- Trains run frequently from early morning until around 1am, later on weekends.
Taxis and ride-hailing
- Taxis and Uber/Bolt operate throughout Paris; taxi ranks sit outside major stations and the venue.
- Traffic around Porte de Versailles peaks at fair open and close, so the metro is often faster.
- Ride-hailing is handy for late evenings or when carrying samples and materials.
- Cycling via Velib bike share is an option for short hops in good weather.
Visa & entry
Schengen visa-free entry
- France is in the Schengen Area; many nationalities, including US, UK, Canadian and Australian citizens, enter visa-free for short stays.
- Visa-free visitors can stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen zone.
- The EU's ETIAS travel authorisation is being introduced for visa-exempt travellers; check whether it applies to your trip.
- Ensure your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure.
Schengen visa applicants
- Travellers from countries not on the visa-exempt list must apply for a Schengen visa in advance.
- Apply through the French consulate or an authorised visa centre, allowing several weeks in busy periods.
- Business visitors may need an invitation, proof of accommodation and travel insurance.
- One Schengen visa covers France and the other member states for the permitted period.
Entry rules change; confirm current requirements with the France embassy or official immigration site before booking travel.
First time at BATIMAT (Mondial du Batiment)?
- Stay near a Line 12 or central metro station to keep your daily commute to Porte de Versailles short and simple.
- Buy a Navigo pass or set up contactless metro tickets before your first morning to skip queues.
- The venue is large with multiple halls (Pavilions 1-8); check your hall and entrance in advance.
- Book accommodation early, as Paris construction week overlaps with other major shows and fills hotels.
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Enter via the Pavilion nearest your target halls to avoid long walks across the sprawling site.
- Use the metro rather than taxis at peak times; road traffic around the venue is slow during the fair.
- Reserve dinner tables ahead if entertaining clients, as central Paris restaurants book up on show nights.
- The 15th arrondissement offers well-priced hotels a walk or one stop from the halls, away from tourist mark-ups.
BATIMAT (Mondial du Batiment) travel FAQs
Which airport should I fly into for BATIMAT?
Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is Paris's main international hub, while Orly (ORY) is closer to Porte de Versailles. Both connect to the venue by public transport with one or two changes.
How far is Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from the airport?
Porte de Versailles is about 35 km from CDG (roughly 45-70 minutes by RER plus metro) and closer to Orly. The venue is inside Paris directly on Metro Line 12.
Where is the best area to book a hotel for BATIMAT?
The 15th arrondissement gives the shortest commute to the halls, while central districts along Line 12 offer more dining and sightseeing. Any hotel near a metro line works well.
When should I book my hotel for BATIMAT?
Book early. BATIMAT is part of a busy Paris exhibition period, so well-located hotels sell out and rates rise as the dates approach.
Is BATIMAT held every year?
BATIMAT runs on a multi-year cycle rather than annually and is staged at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles as part of the wider construction week; confirm the current edition's dates before booking.
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