Cross-border School Support Programs in Baden-Württemberg / Upper Rhine

The cross-border funding program of the State of Baden-Württemberg in the Upper Rhine region supports educational institutions and public bodies in implementing school-based exchange and observation activities. The focus is on travel and transportation subsidies for exchange offers lasting from one to several days under the motto "Europe in the Upper Rhine." The goal is to get to know the education system of the neighboring region, to initiate or deepen existing class and school partnerships, to enhance the language skills of participants, and to promote sustainable intercultural relationships in the spirit of long-term international understanding. The program runs continuously and provides grants as direct financial support for cross-border travel activities.

Teachers of all school types in Baden-Württemberg may submit applications, provided they are actively teaching at public schools and implementing exchange activities in the Upper Rhine region. Eligible expenses primarily include travel costs as well as other travel-related expenses. For the application, the "Europe in the Upper Rhine Application Form" and the "Observation Program Application Form" must be submitted. Approval is based on the submitted project objectives and travel plans, with no fixed deadlines, and applications can be submitted at any time. Through the combination of uncomplicated application procedures and targeted financial support, the program makes an important contribution to strengthening school cooperation across borders.