The Venue

Network X 2025 will take place at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
Join us in Paris!
Where to Find Us
Network X 2025 will take place at Pavilion 7.3 at the international conference centre, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Designed by five renowned French architects, the renovated convention centre boasts over 212sqkm of exhibition space across seven pavilions. Additional features include Europe’s largest conference venue, the Paris Convention Centre, a 51 sqkm space with a 5,200-seat plenary hall – plus 35sqkm of green spaces, including the rooftop urban farm La Serre.
Located in south-west Paris, in the 15th arrondissement (district), Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is conveniently located for travel into Paris via air and rail, as well as for exploring the city’s famous cultural, shopping, and culinary experiences.
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles (Pavilion 7.3)
1 Place de la Porte de Versailles
75015 Paris


Where to Stay
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles boasts two international hotel brands in its immediate vicinity – Mama Shelter Paris West, and Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles.
Paris offers a wide selection of accommodation options, from boutique to business hotels. Use the link below to find your perfect stay during Network X 2025.
Eurostar Group Offer
As a benefit exclusively for Network X approved registrants, you are eligible for discounted Eurostar fares:
- 10% off Eurostar Standard fares
- 15% off Eurostar Plus fares Discounts apply to selected train times only.
Approved registrants will receive a confirmation email with instructions to access these discounted conference rates via eurostar.com. If you'd like to take advantage of this offer, please contact us on networkxevent@informa.com

Commuting to Network X
Public transportation
Network X encourages sustainable mobility.
The following public transport services serve Paris Expo Porte de Versailles:
METRO - Line 12, Porte de Versailles station - exit 1 to access Pavilions 2 to 7 & exit 2 to access Pavilion 1
TRAMWAY - T2 and T3a, Porte de Versailles - Parc des Expositions station
BUS - Line 80, Porte de Versailles - Parc des Expositions station and line 39, Desnouettes station
BICYCLE - Vélib' station on avenue Ernest Renan
Car
Parking 1
2 rue d’Oradour-sur-Glane, 75015 Paris
Parking 2
Access Place des Insurges de Varsovie, 75015 Paris/VIP access Avenue de la Porte de la Plaine, 75015 Paris
Parking 7
Rue Marcel Yol, 92170 Vanves
Plane
From Roissy-Charles de Gaulle airport - 45 minutes by taxi
RoissyBus to Paris - Opéra, metro line 8 towards Balard to Madeleine, metro line 12 towards Mairie d'Issy to Porte de Versailles - Parc des Expositions
RER B towards Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse to Cité Universitaire, tramway T3 towards Pont du Garigliano to Porte de Versailles - Parc des Expositions
From Paris-Orly airport - 20 minutes by taxi
Orlyval to Antony, RER B towards Aéroport Charles de Gaulle to Cité Universitaire, tramway T3 towards Pont du Garigliano to Porte de Versailles - Parc des expositions
Orlybus to Denfert-Rochereau, RER B towards Aéroport Charles de Gaulle to Cité Universitaire, tram T3 towards Pont du Garigliano to Porte de Versailles - Parc des expositions station
Train
Rail travel can reduce emissions by 73–91% on many popular routes. For instance, a study found that a journey from London to Paris by train produces around 22kg of CO₂, compared with 244kg by plane – this is 90% less carbon emissions. Similar patterns are seen across Europe, highlighting rail as a significantly cleaner choice.
Network X encourages attendees to choose rail transportation over flying and have secured exclusive discounts for any attendee choosing to travel to the event with Eurostar. Please email melina.diamantopoulou@informa.com to ask for your discount.
Pollution-free, traffic-free taxi
Network X is pleased to have partnered with Turtle - https://goturtle.fr/en/ - a forward-looking electrically-assisted bicycle taxi company that takes advantage of cycle paths to avoid traffic jams! A Turtle emits 0.11kg of CO2, compared with 2.18kg of CO2 for a combustion-powered car – that is 95% less! Pre-booking is highly recommended!
Use this link to book your Turtle https://goturtle.fr/telechargez-application-mobile and use discount code NETWORKX for your exclusive 20% discount.
Cumulative Impact
If 100 attendees choose public transport over taxis:
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From CDG: The CO2 saved would be the equivalent to ~2,450 km of driving an average car
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From Orly: The CO2 saved would be the equivalent to ~1,280-1,530 km of driving an average car
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From Gare du Nord: The CO2 saved would be the equivalent to ~710 km of driving an average car
Exploring Paris
0 minutes to Le Perchoir Porte de Versailles rooftop bar
2 minutes walking distance to Mama Shelter Paris West
25-30 minutes by public transport to the Louvre Museum
25-30 minutes by public transport to Serge Gainsbourg House
20-30 minutes by public transport to the Eiffel Tower
20-25 minutes by public transport to Luxembourg Gardens
40 minutes to one hour by public transport to Jim Morrison’s grave
One hour by public transport to the Palace of Versailles
Getting to the Venue
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is located at 1 Place de la Porte de Versailles, 75015 Paris, France.
The venue is well-connected by public transportation.
From Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport
Estimated travel time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Cost: €11.40 one-way
CO2 savings: Approximately 80% less, compared to driving
Take the RER B train from CDG Airport Terminal 1 or 2
Travel to Châtelet-Les Halles station
Transfer to Metro Line 4 (direction: Porte d'Orléans)
Travel to Montparnasse-Bienvenüe station
Transfer to Metro Line 12 (direction: Mairie d'Issy)
Exit at Porte de Versailles station
Use Exit 1 for Pavilions 2-7
From Orly Airport
Estimated travel time: 45 minutes
Cost: €10.30 one-way for Option 1/€14.10-15.40 for Option 2
CO2 savings: Approximately 70% less, compared to driving
Option 1:
Take Metro Line 14 from Orly Airport
Travel to Madeleine station
Transfer to Metro Line 12 (direction: Mairie d'Issy)
Exit at Porte de Versailles station
Option 2:
Take the Orlyval shuttle to Antony station
Transfer to RER B toward central Paris
At Saint-Michel Notre-Dame, transfer to RER C
Take RER C to Boulevard Victor station
Walk 5 minutes to the venue or take Tram T2 or T3a for one stop
From Gare du Nord (Eurostar/Thalys Terminal)
Estimated travel time: 35 minutes
Cost: €2.10
CO2 savings: Approximately 70%, compared to driving
Take Metro Line 4 (direction: Porte d'Orléans)
Travel to Montparnasse-Bienvenüe station
Transfer to Metro Line 12 (direction: Mairie d'Issy)
Exit at Porte de Versailles station
From Gare Montparnasse
Estimated travel time: 15 minutes
Cost: €2.10 per ticket
CO2 savings: Approximately 70%, compared to driving
Take Metro Line 12 (direction: Mairie d'Issy)
Exit at Porte de Versailles station
Ticket Information
Single Tickets (t+ Tickets)
Cost: €2.10 per ticket
Valid for one journey including all connections within 90 minutes
Can be used on Metro, RER (within Paris), buses, and trams
Day Passes:
Navigo Day Pass: €8.45 (Zones 1-5, covers all Paris and airports)
Paris Visite Pass: 1-day pass from €13.45 (Zones 1-3) or €28.65 (Zones 1-5 including airports)
How to Purchase Tickets
Ticket Machines: Available at all Metro and RER stations (accept credit cards and cash)
Ticket Windows: Available at larger stations (may have limited hours)
RATP App: Download the official Paris transport app to purchase mobile tickets
Navigo Easy Card: Reloadable card available for €2 plus the cost of tickets
Helpful Tips
Allow extra travel time during rush hours (8:00-9:30 AM and 5:30-7:30 PM)
Keep your ticket until you exit the station (random checks occur with fines for invalid tickets)
Metro maps are available at all stations and online at ratp.fr
The RATP app provides real-time updates and route planning
Consider purchasing a multi-day pass if you'll be using public transport frequently
Most announcements in the Metro are in French and English
For large luggage, avoid rush hours if possible
For personalised journey planning, visit: ratp.fr or download the RATP app.
Have a question?
Whether your question relates to visiting or partnering, we'll be able to help - need more information about travel to France, visas or where to stay during Network X?
Take a look at our FAQs page for help on travelling to Paris and attending Network X 2025.