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STADTKULTUR is a network which forms a cultural forum for 59 Bavarian cities and municipalities. It facilitates open exchange, networking, training, as well as joint events, projects and festivals. The STADTKULTUR office provides its members with professional advice, coordination, and agency services. STADTKULTUR strengthens the collaboration between cities and municipalities and their cultural development. In doing so it creates multifaceted cultural added value. All Bavarian local authorities can join the network.

“We see ourselves as a link between Bavarian cities and municipalities, as a promoter of cultural exchange and a driving force for networking. We are at the forefront of providing ideas and developing forward-looking cultural work in Bavaria. We stage events and festivals. We promote the importance of culture in municipalities and cities.”

Norber Tessmer, Chairman of the STADTKULTUR Network association from 2009 to 2021.

STADTKULTUR has been actively working at the interface between culture, education and politics since 1975. All local authorities in Bavaria can join the network. The annual membership fee is 8c per inhabitant, up to a maximum of €20,000. The fee is based upon the official population figure as of 30 June the year before last. Free trial membership is available for one year.