Strasbourg, European capital and cross-border metropolis, welcomes hundreds of international executives each year — diplomats, industrial leaders, senior European officials, specialized engineers. Their relocation is a complex process where every detail counts. This guide is aimed at HR managers, mobility managers and family offices who wish to guarantee an impeccable transition for their most valuable talents.

Why Strasbourg is a strategic destination for expatriation

Headquarters of the European Parliament, the Council of Europe and the European Court of Human Rights, Strasbourg benefits from an international reception infrastructure without equivalent in France after Paris. EuroAirport and Strasbourg-Entzheim Airport offer direct connections to major European capitals. The TGV connects Paris in 1 hour 46 minutes and Frankfurt in less than 2 hours.

Premium neighborhoods for international executives

The Orangerie and the Council of Europe

The most popular district for diplomats and senior officials. Character properties, proximity to European institutions, Orangerie park. Price per m² among the highest in Strasbourg, but an exceptional living environment.

La Robertsau

Green residential area, popular with executive families for its houses with gardens, its proximity to the European School and the village atmosphere. Ideal for expats with children.

The historic center — Grande Île and Petite France

For executives wanting total cultural immersion. Prestigious apartments in historic UNESCO-listed buildings. A unique art of living in the heart of the city.

La Wantzenau and Illkirch-Graffenstaden

For those who prioritize space and tranquility: villas with swimming pool, semi-rural setting 15 minutes from the center, proximity to areas of technological activity.

International education

A determining criterion for expatriate families:

• European School of Strasbourg: multilingual curriculum, European baccalaureate, the reference for the children of European civil servants
• Lycée International des Pontonniers: international sections (English, German, Spanish, Italian, Polish), academic excellence
• Bilingual private institutions: international Montessori schools, private establishments with English-speaking sections
• Deutsche Schule Straßburg: for German-speaking families, complete German curriculum

Administrative procedures: our checklist

1. Visa and residence permit: talent passport, “seconded employee” residence card, accelerated procedure via the Bas-Rhin prefecture
2. Social security and health coverage: CPAM affiliation, international complementary health insurance, bilateral tax agreement
3. Bank account opening: our private banking partners ensure opening within 48 hours with simplified documentation
4. Driving license: foreign license exchange, vehicle registration
5. Taxation: impatriate regime, double taxation agreement, referral to our partner tax specialists

The role of the concrelocation ierge

At Adopte Une Conciergerie, each relocation is managed by a dedicated concierge who accompanies the executive and their family from landing to complete installation:

• Targeted real estate search and accompanied visits
• Lease negotiation and interface with owners
• Home installation: furnishings, connections, home automation
• School registration and support for children
• Social integration: clubs, associations, professional networks
• Complete administrative management: prefecture, bank, doctor

“Our concierge saved us two months of stress and uncertainty. In three weeks, our family was settled, the children were in school, and I could concentrate on taking up my position. » — Managing Director, Industrial Group (relocation from Munich)

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