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Funding under the Interreg VI A Germany – Netherlands Program 2021 – 2027
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Last updated: 14.6.2025

The Interreg VI A Germany – Netherlands Program promotes cross-border cooperation between German and Dutch partners with grants from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The goal is to strengthen the border region through innovative, sustainable, and social projects, as well as improved governance. It targets a wide range of organizations and companies that wish to implement joint projects in Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, and the adjacent Dutch areas.

Who is funded

This chapter explains which applicants are eligible for funding under the Interreg VI A Germany – Netherlands Program. It details the specific organization types, geographical priorities, and overarching program objectives for the German-Dutch border region.

What is funded

This section describes the thematic priorities of the Interreg VI A Germany – Netherlands Program. It lists the eligible sectors and activities, as well as the permitted project types and relevant development stages of projects, to provide clear guidance for potential applicants.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section explains the type and scope of financial support provided through the Interreg VI A Germany – Netherlands Program. It describes the funding instruments, maximum funding amounts, and duration of project funding to ensure transparency regarding the financial framework conditions.

Conditions and Requirements

This section highlights the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries under the Interreg VI A Germany – Netherlands Program. It details provisions for application, cooperation in consortia, and other important framework conditions.

Application Process

This chapter guides through the application process for the Interreg VI A Germany – Netherlands Program. It describes the necessary steps for application, submission of documents, and how funding decisions are made.

This section outlines the legal and official foundations of the Interreg VI A Germany – Netherlands Program, which legitimize its establishment and operation.

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Funding Overview

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 EUR

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany), adjacent areas (Netherlands)

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Renewable Energy, Green Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection, Water and Waste Management, Transportation and Logistics, Social Enterprises, Education and Vocational Training

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Implementation, Planning, Capacity Building

Funding Provider

Program Level: European Union

Funding Body: European Union (EU)

Managed By: Joint Interreg Secretariat Germany – Netherlands

Website: Gemeinsames Interreg-Sekretariat Deutschland – Nederland