Rooftop tent hire
The rooftop tent embraces exceptional urban venues, for premium events in harmony with the city and its views.
Urban format
Hire
Rooftop Tent
The rooftop tent answers more urban and more premium layouts, where the structure must coexist with a terrace, a view and an already strong environment.
- Capacity
- Cocktail or urban reception
- Budget
- €€€
Ideal for
Technical sheet
Tente Rooftopkey facts
The key criteria to check before choosing this structure for your event.
Indicative budget — adjusted for the town, the dimensions and the options selected.
When to choose it
To consider for corporate activations, launches or receptions on a roof terrace or urban site with strong contextual value.
Worth keeping in mind
The real issue is often access, load-bearing capacity, technical constraints and the precision of the on-site layout.
Format catalogue
Technical specifications by format
Most requested formats. Each additional bay increases the area and the capacity. Indicative data, to be confirmed according to your site.
Format
Area
Capacity
Setup
Walls
6 × 9 m
54 m²
Up to 40 guests
3h
Optional6 × 9 m
54 m²
Capacity
Up to 40 guests
Setup
3h
Walls
Optional8 × 12 m
96 m²
Up to 80 guests
4h
Optional8 × 12 m
96 m²
Capacity
Up to 80 guests
Setup
4h
Walls
Optional10 × 15 m
150 m²
Up to 120 guests
5h
Optional10 × 15 m
150 m²
Capacity
Up to 120 guests
Setup
5h
Walls
OptionalIndicative capacities, variable depending on the configuration (stage, bar, dance floor).
Compliance & safetyView certifications and technical specifications
100 km/h
Résistance vent
M2
Classification feu toile
CTS
Homologation
BVCTS
Registre sécurité
680 g/m²
Grammage toile
3 modes
Piquetage · Lestage · Façade
Standard market specifications. BVCTS register provided on request before the event.
Structure & materials
What you need to know about your tente rooftop
The rooftop tent is an event structure specifically designed for urban roof terraces: ballasting suited to the absence of ground anchors, technical anchoring on base plates, a mandatory prior load study and a silhouette that fits into a dense architectural environment. In high demand for client cocktails, brand evenings and corporate events on the roofs of office buildings in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux and other cities, it combines a demanding technical constraint with a premium event result. The cost of hiring a rooftop tent depends on the prior technical study (permissible roof load, crane access, building constraints), the size, the options and the duration. As a guide, the ranges seen in 2026 run from €3,000 to €6,000 excl. VAT for a medium size (60-100 cocktail guests) to €8,000-15,000 excl. VAT for the large sizes (150-250 guests), including the mandatory technical study.
Materials & construction
- Aluminium or lightweight steel frame optimised for low surface weight
- PVC canvas 650 g/m² M2 fire-rated, partial transparency possible depending on the configuration
- Anchoring: ballasted ground base plates (no invasive fixing) — 100 to 300 kg per point
- Height under the ridge: 3 to 4 m, optimised to avoid the sail effect
- Options: roof-protection flooring, electric radiant heating, low-consumption LED lighting, crystal walls
For which event?
Client cocktail on a corporate rooftop
For a client evening, an after-work or a loyalty cocktail held on the roof terrace of a head office, the rooftop tent protects the event against the vagaries of the weather while keeping the "panoramic view" effect that justifies the choice of venue. Capacity 60 to 150 guests at a standing cocktail.
Product launch & urban brand activation
For a brand activation in the heart of the city (car launch, property unveiling, fashion press evening), the rooftop tent combines a recognisable urban setting with professional event comfort. The photo/video result takes in the skyline.
Prestige private party on a roof terrace
For an upmarket birthday, an engagement party or a premium family event, the rooftop tent turns a Parisian roof terrace (or one in Lyon, Marseille or Bordeaux) into a one-of-a-kind reception venue for 40 to 100 guests.
Property opening reception
For developers and landlords opening a building or a new scheme, the rooftop tent on the roof of the building creates a signature event impossible to reproduce elsewhere: the view, urban staging, architectural signature.
What to plan for
- Prior load study always carried out: validation by a structural engineering firm (BET) of the permissible roof load. Lead time 2 to 4 weeks.
- Access: goods lift, wide staircase or crane lifting. Coordination with the jointly owned building or the landlord is essential.
- Anchoring: ballasting by removable elements only — no invasive fixing on the roof. 100 to 300 kg per anchor point.
- Wind: roof terraces are over-exposed — preventive evacuation protocol beyond 60 km/h forecast.
- Regulations: building or landlord authorisation, BET sign-off, prior declaration to the town hall depending on height and duration.
FAQ
The price includes the prior technical study (roof load, crane access, BET sign-off), which accounts for 15 to 30% of the overall quote. As a guide, the ranges seen in 2026 run from €3,000 to €6,000 excl. VAT for a medium size (60-100 cocktail guests), to €8,000-15,000 excl. VAT for the large sizes (150-250 guests), technical study included. Logistics (crane, goods lift, access through the jointly owned building) can be a significant item depending on the configuration.
Yes, at several levels. 1. Authorisation from the owner / jointly owned building / landlord. 2. A technical study by a structural engineering firm validating the permissible load. 3. Prior declaration to the town hall depending on height and duration. 4. ABF (Bâtiments de France) attention in protected areas. Our team supports you through all the procedures.
Overall lead time: 2 to 4 months depending on the complexity of the case. Technical study 2 to 4 weeks, building approval 2 to 6 weeks, town hall declaration 1 month. For recurring prestige events (head offices), once the technical study has been done, subsequent installations can be carried out in 3 to 4 weeks.
Roof terraces are zones over-exposed to wind (the Venturi effect between buildings). The structure is sized to EN 13782 standards for winds of 80 to 100 km/h in standard configuration. Beyond that, a preventive evacuation protocol is triggered. The site survey assesses the risks specific to the site.
Réalisations
Réalisations récentes across France
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Our team supports event organisers across France with a complete tent hire offer rooftop. The rooftop tent is designed for installations at height or on a terrace: a light structure, anchors adapted to load constraints and a ballasting system for waterproofed surfaces. It allows rooftop spaces to be used for drinks receptions, receptions or premium events with an open view. We operate across the whole country, with teams that can be mobilised quickly to coordinate the setup, the access and the technical equipment. For an outdoor wedding, a corporate cocktail reception or a private reception, we size the structure, the guest flow and the technical options (flooring, lighting, heating, lining) to deliver a result that is durable, clear and consistent with your budget.
Our tente rooftop formats
Our rooftop tents are available in several surface areas, with ballasting anchor systems suited to roofs and lightweight materials to limit the structural load.
The options include transparent walls to keep the view, integrated LED lighting and high-end furniture. We confirm the sizing with a load study if necessary.
Every rooftop project is the subject of a preliminary technical visit to assess the access constraints, the strength of the supporting structure and the operating conditions.
Prices and budget for tente rooftop hire
The price of a rooftop tent includes the preliminary technical visit, the specific ballasting equipment and, where applicable, the costs of coordinating with the building manager.
These projects are priced on a quote after a visit: the technical complexity of each rooftop is too variable to offer a standard price grid.
For a tent hire service rooftop in France, you receive a full estimate within 24 h including delivery, setup, takedown and logistics coordination.
Setup, installation and logistics for tente rooftop
Our teams handle the installation and delivery across the whole country, with a precise schedule agreed in advance with your reception venue.
Installation on a rooftop calls for specific coordination: access by stairs or goods lift, protection of the existing waterproofing, and validation of the anchors with a structural technician if the loads are significant.
We carry out a full check before and after the event to make sure the roof has suffered no damage. Takedown is planned to minimise disruption.
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Dedicated adviser
A dedicated project manager for your project tente rooftop
Confirm the feasibility, the installation schedule and the technical constraints of your site. Reply within 24 h, with no obligation.
Design your event in 3D
Compose your tent and its layout, with an instant interactive plan.
How it works
Let's build your event in 3 steps
Étude & repérage
On analyse votre terrain, votre jauge et les contraintes d'accès. Pas de devis à l'aveugle, pas de mauvaise surprise sur place.
Sélection & devis sous 24 h
On valide la structure, les options et un planning clair. Devis détaillé — transport, montage et démontage inclus.
Montage la veille, démontage après
Nos équipes installent avant l'arrivée des invités, démontent une fois l'événement terminé. Le jour J vous appartient.
Everything to know before hiring a tent in France
7 practical answers to prepare your tent-hire project and organise your event with peace of mind.
En haute saison (mai à septembre, surtout pour les mariages), nous recommandons de réserver 4 à 6 mois à l'avance pour avoir le choix complet du catalogue. En basse saison ou pour les événements corporate, 4 à 8 semaines suffisent généralement. Pour les projets urgents, nous évaluons les disponibilités au cas par cas et envoyons un devis détaillé sous 24h avec un plan d'exécution réaliste.
Notre catalogue couvre tous les formats : tente verrière et verrière cathédrale (prestige signature), orangerie (prestige grand siècle), chapiteau de 5 à 20 m de large, tente stretch nomade (tente berbère) de 50 à plus de 500 m², tente cristal transparente, tente silhouette (sailcloth), chapiteau bambou, tipi de réception, tente vélum, tente arquée, pagodes modulaires (3×3 m à 6×12 m), barnums, tentes pliantes, tentes rooftop, structures sur pont boisée, auvents, ainsi que hangars démontables, tentes de stockage et grands volumes pour les usages B2B. Capacité d'accueil de 20 à plus de 2 000 personnes.
Nous intervenons dans toute la France, avec une couverture prioritaire sur les grandes agglomérations (Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille, Nantes, Strasbourg, Toulouse, Lille, Nice…) et leurs périphéries dans un rayon de 50 km. Le transport et la coordination logistique sont intégrés dans chaque devis, sans frais cachés.
Oui. Nos prestations incluent systématiquement la livraison, le montage sécurisé par une équipe de techniciens professionnels, et le démontage en fin d'événement. Le devis détaille les trois postes séparément pour une lecture claire. Chaque étape est planifiée en amont avec votre lieu et vos prestataires (traiteur, décorateur, DJ).
En ordre de grandeur, comptez entre 15 et 40 € HT/m² pour la structure installée selon la gamme. Un événement privé de 80 à 120 personnes se situe généralement entre 2 000 et 5 500 €, un projet corporate de 150 à 250 personnes entre 4 500 et 12 000 €, et un grand événement type festival au-dessus de 12 000 €. Le tarif final dépend du type de structure, de la durée, des options (plancher, éclairage, chauffage) et de la saison.
Pour un événement de 100 invités, les fourchettes habituelles sont : 1 800 à 3 800 € pour un cocktail debout (80-110 m²), 2 500 à 6 000 € pour un repas assis sous chapiteau (120-150 m²), 3 500 à 8 000 € avec piste de danse et bar (150-180 m²), et 4 000 à 10 000 € pour une tente transparente premium. Le tarif inclut structure, transport, montage et démontage. Les options (plancher bois, éclairage, chauffage, habillage textile) sont chiffrées séparément.
Pour un mariage de 100 invités, la surface dépend du format : cocktail debout 80 à 110 m², repas assis 120 à 150 m², repas avec piste de danse et bar 150 à 180 m², configuration premium avec lounge 180 à 220 m². Un chapiteau de 10×15 m ou 10×18 m couvre la plupart des configurations standard. Nous établissons un plan d'implantation avec tables, flux de service, DJ, bar et zones techniques avant signature du devis.