Open House at the Permanent Representation of France to the Council of Europe

Name: Puertas abiertas a la Representación Permanente de Francia ante el Consejo de Europa
Start: 2022-09-17T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2022-09-18T12:00:00+02:00
Location: Villa Oppenheimer

Come and discover the villa Oppenheimer, seat of the Permanent Representation of France to the Council of Europe.

17 i 18 septiembre 2022Passed

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This villa built in 1913 opens its doors on 17 and 18 September.
A member of the team will introduce you to the premises, then you will walk along a signposted route through the living rooms on the ground floor and enjoy its remarkable outdoor space. A paper support with additional information will be at your disposal. It will also be an opportunity for you to discover the many works of art scattered within the Representation. Indeed, in this rich architectural heritage are preserved works from the National Contemporary Art Fund.
Finally, visitors will have an insight into the role of the Council of Europe in the preservation of heritage and culture: the European Heritage Days were launched by the Council of Europe in 1991.

About the location

Villa Oppenheimer

40 rue de Verdun, 67000 Strasbourg

Bas-Rhin
Grand Est

Villa Oppenheimer, built in 1913, has been home to the Permanent Representation of France to the Council of Europe since its establishment in Strasbourg in 1966\.
It is France’s diplomatic representation to the oldest European international organization. Dependent on the Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, it provides the interface between the French authorities and the Council of Europe.