Montpellier – La Cité Créative

Establish your business within the Cité Créative in Montpellier, in the Hérault (34)

The Cité Créative: the heart of the cultural and creative industries in the Montpellier metropolitan area

Just 1.5 km from Montpellier city centre, discover the Cité Créative, a 35,000 m² space dedicated to the cultural and creative industries (CCI). Situated in a vibrant neighbourhood combining 2,200 homes, shops, public facilities and offices, the Cité Créative stands as the heart of the cultural and creative industries in the metropolitan area.

This contemporary neighbourhood successfully blends architectural heritage with green spaces, whilst preserving its Mediterranean character. It brings together all the elements of a thriving ecosystem, such as state-of-the-art educational institutions, business incubators and much more.

The Cité Créative offers flexible co-working solutions, tailored to all businesses, as well as a fablab-style production space. It is also establishing facilities for resource-sharing and collaboration, alongside film and sound studios, a 400-seat screening theatre and a dance studio.

The Cité Créative will also be able to meet the needs of SMEs and large enterprises by offering flexible and tailored property solutions, ranging from offices to corporate headquarters. The space provides solutions for all businesses operating in the cultural and creative industries.

The Cité Créative provides: 

• 3,000 m² of offices
• 600 m² of shared spaces
• 12 units available for rent
• 37 underground parking spaces
• 2 eco-labels

La Cité Créative: a vibrant community near Montpellier city centre

Situated to the west of Montpellier city centre, the Cité Créative is close to Montcalm Park. Served by the future tram Line 5, the development is also accessible via the local bus network. A vibrant community in its own right, the new neighbourhood will offer all the educational, commercial, cultural and sporting facilities necessary for the well-being of residents and those who come to work there.

The Cité Créative will take the place of the former Infantry Training School site and will blend seamlessly into this new mixed-use urban neighbourhood. The proximity of Montcalm Park and all its sports facilities is a real asset, making the neighbourhood a relaxing and welcoming place.

What organisations are based within the Cité Créative?

The École Supérieure des Métiers Artistiques (ESMA) and the Réseau Icones have chosen to set up in the Cité Créative, with the aim of establishing one of France’s largest centres for training in the creative and digital sectors, whilst offering services to businesses.

La Halle Tropisme: a co-working space

Located within the vast hall, the Halle Tropisme covers 4,000 m² and offers co-working spaces as well as flexible, welcoming areas. These workspaces are perfectly suited to entrepreneurs, providing them with a stimulating environment. The Halle Tropisme is a multi-purpose venue dedicated to culture and creativity, also offering catering, relaxation and reception areas for professional or public events.

Le Cocon: a multi-purpose centre

Le Cocon is a screening room formerly used by the barracks, but which has been transformed into a multifunctional hub combining work and leisure. Managed by a foundation, this space will offer state-of-the-art technology, including professional video screening facilities for local businesses and students.