Should the inner workings of the EU intrigue you, you can sit in on debates ranging from lively to yawn-a-minute at the Parlement Européen; dates are available from the tourist office or on the website. For individuals it’s first come, first served (bring ID).
Parlement Européen
Strasbourg
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