Role Play Game – Strasbourg 

Role Play Game – Strasbourg

Strasbourg
European Parliament

Inside the Parlamentarium Simone Veil, students can take a crash course in European law-making. The Role Play Game is designed for people aged from 14, showing them the process for negotiating legislation for the European Union.

Age of the target audience 14 years
Duration of the activity From to -
Group size Minimum 16 to maximum 32 people
Languages available during the activity 24

Role Play Game – Strasbourg

Strasbourg
European Parliament
Age of the target audience 14 years
120-180'
16-32
24

In fictitious political groups across two committees, participants become Members of the European Parliament and negotiate between themselves to shape legislation. Players must work together and make difficult decisions as they tackle issues such as water access in an age of climate change and the implications of technological advances.

The Role Play Game shows how European Union legislation is created, from consulting interest groups and forming alliances to agreeing with other institutions and speaking to the media.

This fast-paced game lasts between 2 – 3 hours, is available in all the 24 official EU languages, ideal for groups between 16 and 32 people aged from 14 years old. It must be booked in advance and is free of charge. Games are held from Mondays to Fridays, once in the morning and once in the afternoon.

After the game all the groups also have the opportunity to visit the Hemicycle.

The Role-Play Game is closed on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays. In 2024: 01-05/01, 20/02, 29/03, 01/04, 26/04, 01/05, 9/05, 20/05, 15/08, 01/11, 23/12-05/01/2025.

Find out more about the Role Play Game

Participation in the Role Play Game should be booked at least 2 weeks in advance.

Security

The European Parliament prioritises a safe visit by respecting security and public health measures. Visitors are invited to read and take note of the following information, in order to ensure a safe visit for all:

  • A valid identity document (ID card or passport) is required to access European Parliament buildings.
  • All visitors and bags are subject to airport-style security checks before entry. Firearms, explosive or inflammable substances, pepper sprays, sharp items and other objects that could be considered weapons are prohibited. In accordance with French national legislation, certain prohibited items may be handed over to the police.
  • Photography and filming are permitted inside the visitors’ area, but are prohibited in the security area and in the Hemicycle gallery during plenary sessions.
  • Wearing a facemask is not mandatory. Visitors are of course permitted to wear one if they would like to.
  • Hand sanitiser gel is available at the entrance and throughout your visit. Visitors are encouraged to make use of it.
  • All equipment and material (such as multimedia guides, non-disposable earphones and interactive exhibition elements) as well as the public sanitary facilities and other sensitive areas (handles and doors) are cleaned on a regular basis.
  • The air quality is constantly monitored to ensure adequate ventilation.
  • If you have symptoms, please stay at home and postpone your visit.  We will be happy to welcome you back when you are feeling better.

Last updated: 13/2024

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European Parliament

Louise Weiss Building
1 Allée du Printemps
F-67070 Strasbourg cedex

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