European Parliament & Institutional Transport in Strasbourg
StrasVan is a dedicated private-driver service for Members of the European Parliament, parliamentary assistants, delegations, the Council of Europe and the ECtHR. During and between sessions: transfers, chauffeur at your disposal and team shuttles — with guaranteed discretion and protocol compliance.
Use cases
Every institutional mission in Strasbourg
Monthly plenary sessions
Transfers for MEPs from airports and stations to the Parliament and their hotels during session weeks. Guaranteed recurrence.
Delegations & official visits
Meet-and-greet for visiting parliamentary delegations, with transport between the Parliament, the Council of Europe, the ECtHR and reception venues.
Parliamentary assistants & teams
Transport for parliamentary teams: office round-trips, movements during sessions and official engagements.
Inter-institution links
Journeys between the European Parliament, the Council of Europe and the European Court of Human Rights, and between Strasbourg and Brussels (the Brussels Parliament).
Press & media visits
Transport for accredited journalists, TV crews and photographers. Absolute discretion, with punctuality that is critical for live broadcasts.
Accredited lobbyists & NGOs
Transport for interest representatives, NGOs and think tanks. Multi-appointment scheduling, with waiting time available.
We know the venues
International institutions served
- European Parliament (Strasbourg & Brussels)
- Council of Europe
- European Court of Human Rights (ECHR)
- European Ombudsman
- Eurocorps
- European Pharmacopoeia (EDQM)
- Permanent Representations
- Embassies & consulates
Our commitments
Standards built for the European institutions
Contractual discretion
A signed confidentiality undertaking for every mission. Enhanced NDA available for sensitive matters.
Multilingual chauffeurs
French and German as standard, English on request. Familiar with European institutional protocol.
Availability during session weeks
Reinforced service during plenary sessions (the Strasbourg weeks), with 24/7 on-call cover throughout those periods.
Institutional invoicing
Adapted to specific regimes: VAT, diplomatic exemptions and invoicing to the Parliament or a political group.
Knowledge of the venues
Full command of Parliament access (Winston Churchill and Louise Weiss buildings), drop-off zones and security checks.
Suited chauffeurs
Formal dress for parliamentary missions. Trained in European institutional protocol and codes of conduct.
“A service that can be mobilised within 30 minutes during sessions, chauffeurs who know the Parliament access points by heart, and perfect discretion. Our MEPs arrive on time for every vote — that is essential.”
Logistics Manager
European political group (anonymised reference)
FAQ
Questions from assistants & parliamentary groups
Are you used to European Parliament plenary sessions in Strasbourg?
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Are you used to European Parliament plenary sessions in Strasbourg?
Yes. StrasVan operates regularly during session weeks (12 four-day plenary sessions a year in Strasbourg). Our team knows the Parliament access points (the Winston Churchill and Louise Weiss buildings), the drop-off zones, the security checks and the official shuttle timings.
How do I get a quote for parliamentary sessions?
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How do I get a quote for parliamentary sessions?
StrasVan offers packages tailored to session weeks: return airport-to-Parliament transfers, a full-day chauffeur at disposal and hotel shuttles. Contact us by email, by phone on +33 6 38 98 61 86 or on WhatsApp — a personalised quote follows within 4 business hours, based on your setup (number of people, duration and frequency).
Can you handle an MEP and their team with several simultaneous movements?
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Can you handle an MEP and their team with several simultaneous movements?
Yes. StrasVan can deploy several vehicles in parallel where needed: one saloon for the Member and one Mercedes V-Class van for their assistants and advisers, coordinated in real time. A dedicated coordinator is assigned during the busiest weeks.
Do you accept invoicing to the political group or to the Parliament?
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Do you accept invoicing to the political group or to the Parliament?
Yes. StrasVan adapts its invoicing to each case: a named invoice to the Member, an invoice to the European political group, an invoice to the European Parliament as an institution, or an invoice to a public-affairs firm. VAT is recoverable. Each case is reviewed individually against the relevant supporting documents.
What is your geographic coverage for institutional trips?
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What is your geographic coverage for institutional trips?
Strasbourg and the whole of Alsace locally. StrasVan runs regular links between Strasbourg and Brussels (the European Parliament's second seat, around 500 km), as well as trips to Luxembourg (the EU Court of Justice), Frankfurt and Basel. Long-distance service is available throughout France, Germany, Belgium and Switzerland.
Are your chauffeurs discreet about conversations in the car?
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Are your chauffeurs discreet about conversations in the car?
Absolute confidentiality. StrasVan chauffeurs are trained not to listen, not to comment and never to report conversations overheard, backed by a signed contractual undertaking. It is the foundation of our work with institutional and diplomatic clients.
Can you be booked at short notice during a session?
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Can you be booked at short notice during a session?
Yes. During session weeks in Strasbourg, StrasVan maintains reinforced on-call cover. A booking can be made in a few minutes by phone, and a vehicle can be mobilised within 30 minutes in an emergency (subject to availability).
Confidential request
A tailored quote within 4 business hours
Every parliamentary request is handled with absolute discretion. Tell StrasVan your organisation, dates or session, passenger count and pick-up — an NDA is available on request.