Team building in France Guide to the Best Places and Activities for Businesses

Famous for its gastronomy, history, and cultural richness, France is one of the most popular destinations for team building and other corporate events. From Paris to Lille, via Marseille or even Lyon, France offers numerous possibilities in terms of activities and events aimed at optimizing team cohesion. In this guide, we have compiled the best spots to discover as well as the best activities to set up to make your team building in France an unforgettable moment for your colleagues. 

Top 5 activities to do in France during your team building

Whatever team building theme you have chosen, know that France is an excellent ground for any activity you wish to set up for your team. To assist you in your organization, here is a selection of the 5 best team building activities in France.

1. Compete in a 2 CV race with your colleagues in Lille

What would a team building be without a little moment of competition between colleagues? If you are looking for an activity that will remain in the memory of your employees for a long time, while improving cohesion among them, we recommend opting for a car race. Attention! This is not an ordinary race. Here, we offer you to slalom through the streets of Lille aboard a 2 CV. You will notably cross the rue Nationale, Boulevard Vauban, the Citadelle, Vieux Lille, and finish the race on the Grand' Place. In short, an itinerary that allows you to review the places that give Lille its charm, all onboard an original vehicle. So, what are you waiting for? Choose your car and see you soon at the finish line!

2. Organize workshops with a Provence theme

Provence is a French region that has so much to offer its visitors. A culture as rich as it is original, beautiful landscapes as far as the eye can see, delicious cuisine, in short, enough to satisfy all your employees. For your team building in France, why not choose workshops that highlight the richness of this southeastern region of the country? The objectives of these workshops:

• Offer your colleagues convivial moments;
• Give them an opportunity to learn new skills;
• Let them discover the beauty of Provence through activities that are as fun as they are original.

It should be noted that for this type of animation, numerous activity choices are available to you. For example:

• A tapenade workshop;
• An olive oil workshop;
• A Provence herbs workshop;
• A lavender workshop;
• A salts workshop.

During these workshops, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the manufacturing methods of these typical Provence products, as well as their use in culinary recipes. You will also have the opportunity to leave with souvenir gifts.

3. Organize gastronomic workshops

Classified as an intangible world heritage by Unesco, French gastronomy needs no introduction. Indeed, French cuisine enjoys a reputation worldwide as one of the best cuisines in the world. So why not take advantage of your team building in France to learn more about this famous gastronomy? Among the many possibilities, you can choose from:

• A wine creation workshop;
• A workshop on the secrets of French gastronomy;
• A workshop on the use of edible flowers in French cuisine;
• A workshop on making caramels, confectioneries, and candies;
• A workshop and tasting of the best cheeses in France;
• A workshop focusing on an introduction to French baking.

In these workshops, good humor, conviviality, and communication are, of course, essential to strengthen the bond between colleagues.

4. Organize a treasure hunt in Rouen

Does discovering the city of Rouen in a fun and lively way tempt you? In that case, organize an escape game for your team that will surely stimulate your colleagues' competitive spirit and, at the same time, improve their cohesion. In terms of escape games, you have several thematic choices, including a historical escape game that will help you learn more about the past of the Normandy capital, as well as its cultural heritage. On the program: puzzles to solve, clues to hunt, and a few investigations to conduct in a world of legends and stories. For those who enjoy outdoor games, you can also opt for an outdoor escape game where the challenge is to discover unusual places in the capital.

5. Take your colleagues to discover the Côte d'Azur

The Côte d'Azur is a region that gives France its fame thanks to its paradisiacal scenery, quality infrastructures, and ease of access. For your team building in France, don't hesitate to take a tour there to discover:

• The architectural and cultural heritage of Nice;
• The charm that is both glamorous and timeless of Cannes;
• The beaches and turquoise seas of Saint-Tropez.

On the program: water activities, hiking or biking, a visit to the vineyards. All this while not forgetting gastronomic adventures to delight all palates.

Why choose France for your next team building?

France has always attracted numerous tourists thanks to its history, cultural diversity, and gastronomic richness. Due to the quality of its infrastructure, this country is also an ideal destination for all kinds of professional events, including team building activities. If you want to take your team on an idyllic adventure that will help them develop cohesion, team spirit, and communication skills, France is a good choice for a team building activity. To make your event even more memorable, feel free to entrust us with the organization of your team building in France.