Le 106

Le 106 is one of Rouen’s key concert venues, created through the conversion of a former port warehouse beside the Seine. The building retains its industrial character while functioning as a contemporary venue dedicated to modern live music. The approximately 3,800 m² complex was designed by the King Kong architecture studio, and its main hall can accommodate up to 1,148 visitors depending on the event configuration. The smaller Club has a capacity of up to 318 people and is used for more intimate concerts and performances.

The interior is highly adaptable to different types of shows. The main hall is most commonly arranged as an all-standing venue, but for selected events it can be transformed into a seated or mixed seated-and-standing space, allowing productions to create different relationships between the audience and the stage. The compact Club offers a more immediate concert experience, while the technical facilities, rehearsal rooms and recording studio underline Le 106’s role as a complete contemporary music centre rather than simply a concert hall.

The venue is located at Allée François Mitterrand, Rouen, France, directly beside the Seine. Visitors arriving by car can use Parking des Hangars in front of the 106, 107 and 108 complexes, while the additional Béthencourt car park is situated on the opposite side of Boulevard Jean de Béthencourt. For a broader overview of public transport and getting around Rouen, the city information further down the page provides additional details.

Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy on the banks of the Seine, combines impressive architectural heritage with a varied programme of concerts, sporting competitions and major events. Among the most important venues for visitors are Kindarena Rouen Métropole, a modern arena designed for sporting and entertainment events, and Zénith de la Métropole Rouen Normandie in the wider urban area, one of the metropolitan area's key destinations for concerts and stage shows. Thanks to its compact centre, restaurants, hotels and lively districts along the Seine, Rouen is a convenient destination for visitors who want to combine an event with a short city break.

Getting around the city is made easier by Réseau Astuce, the public transport system that includes the Métro, TEOR and numerous bus lines. The main railway station, Rouen Rive Droite, is located close to the historic centre and is connected to the public transport network via Gare-Rue-Verte station. The Zénith can be reached by the T4 line towards Zénith/Parc Expo, while Kindarena is located next to the important TEOR stop Mont-Riboudet, making it easy to arrive from the centre and other parts of the metropolitan area. The local Rouen-Vallée de Seine Airport is located in Boos and primarily serves business and specialised aviation, while Paris Charles de Gaulle and Paris Orly are the main air gateways to Normandy for many international travellers.

Before or after a concert or sporting event, it is worth exploring Rouen's historic centre, known for its streets lined with half-timbered houses, the Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen and the monumental Gros-Horloge. A walk from the cathedral towards Place du Vieux-Marché passes through one of the city's most distinctive areas, with squares, cafés and architecture reflecting Rouen's long history. For a more relaxed end to the visit, the banks of the Seine offer pleasant promenades and a different view of the city, making it easy to turn a trip to an event into a complete experience in one of Normandy's most interesting urban destinations.