The 8 major themes of the Vis-ta-Ville areas
En Scène (On stage)
Within the Culture, Leisure & Events sector, the Salon des Maires exhibition the key players who are revitalising and reinventing cultural life across the regions.
Through immersive and interactive experiences combining heritage, digital technology and live performance, this space presents new formats designed to make culture more accessible, sensory and participatory. From media libraries to heritage sites, it showcases innovations that are transforming cultural practices and enhancing the appeal of local areas.
La Mairie Connectée (Connected Town Hall)
Digital transformation is redefining how local authorities operate and their relationship with residents. This section highlights the everyday uses of digital tools, data and artificial intelligence in the service of local communities.
Simplified procedures, asset management, information flow and cybersecurity are examples of smoother, more responsive services. Through concrete examples, it demonstrates how local authorities balance innovation, security and digital restraint to ensure the continuity of public services.
En mouvement (On the move)
Getting around, delivering, connecting: transport and logistics shape the daily life of regions and drive their vitality. This section highlights the solutions being implemented to streamline and coordinate travel.
From the first to the last kilometre, new forms of mobility are simplifying journeys and improving connections. It also shows how logistics is evolving to meet needs whilst minimising constraints, transforming spaces into transit hubs and service points tailored to specific uses.
Au coeur du parcours de soins (At the heart of healthcare)
Health is a key factor in quality of life and a challenge for local areas. This section highlights the solutions being implemented to improve access to care and tailor healthcare pathways to the needs of the population.
Telemedicine, mobile devices, coordination between stakeholders and preventive measures illustrate the new organisational structures that have been put in place, particularly in areas facing a shortage of medical staff. Through concrete examples, it shows how local authorities are building healthcare pathways that are more accessible, seamless and closely aligned with residents’ daily lives.
Au coeur de la vie locale (Local life)
Local life revolves around shops, markets and community spaces that bring daily life to life and shape the identity of local areas. This section highlights initiatives that are revitalising town centres, neighbourhoods and villages. Short supply chains, local consumption and new forms of retail illustrate changing habits and expectations.
It shows how local authorities and stakeholders are strengthening community ties, supporting local businesses and creating welcoming spaces at the heart of everyday life.
À table (Meal time)
Public health, social cohesion and user experience are all at stake when it comes to food, alongside sustainability. Good food is an essential component of high-quality public services.
Developing a collective catering offer that is more local, more sustainable and of higher quality – from production to plate and beyond – while controlling costs and complying with regulations is the challenge facing local authorities. From sourcing and procurement to waste recovery, as well as management and operational optimisation, this space is dedicated to helping public stakeholders achieve the right balance between efficiency, sustainability and the enjoyment of good food.
Adaptée (Accessibility for life)
Designing a town or city where everyone can access services, move around freely, live, learn, work and grow older in the best possible conditions, regardless of their age or abilities: as demographic trends reshape the needs of communities, the requirements for public spaces and services are evolving too.
Experience an Accessible City guides visitors along a unique journey, showcasing practical solutions designed to meet the needs of all users and all situations. The experience demonstrates how to make public spaces and services more accessible while promoting independence and inclusion at every stage of life.
