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"Open Rivers Programme" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Open Rivers Programme is sponsored by Open Rivers Programme (managed by Stichting European Open Rivers Programme). The Open Rivers Programme offers grants to support projects that lead to the removal of small dams and the restoration of river flow and biodiversity in Europe.
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Frequently asked questions Barrier identification and prioritisation Dam removal: pre-demolition Enabling others to remove dams Enabling the dam removal movement A grant-giving organisation dedicated to restoring European rivers. Latest Updates Next call for applications opens on 1st June 2026!
River flow and biodiversity The European Open Rivers Programme offers grants to support projects that lead to the removal of small dams and the restoration of river flow and biodiversity. The creation of the European Open Rivers Programme was informed by two years of research and stakeholder engagement which revealed that around one million dams are fragmenting European rivers and that there is much potential and need for dam removal.
We are currently not accepting applications. The next application window will be open from 1st to 26th June 2026. You can apply via our online portal.
The programme is particularly interested in supporting dam removal projects enabling at least 10 km of river to flow freely again. View application resources Explore the interventions we have funded Consultancy opportunity: Development Associate The European Open Rivers Programme is looking for a Development Associate (Consultancy).
This is an exciting opportunity to assist a […] Open Rivers Programme supports 14 new projects across Europe We are excited to announce our support for 14 new projects!
Spread across Europe, these initiatives mark important milestones in […] Reconnecting Europe’s rivers Reconnecting Europe’s rivers Across Europe, hundreds of thousands of barriers – such as dams, weirs and culverts – fragment our […] Email: applications@openrivers. eu
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Projects that lead to the removal of small dams and restoration of river flow and biodiversity; projects enabling at least 10 km of free-flowing river are particularly encouraged. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was June 1, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Open Rivers Programme is funded by Open Rivers Programme (managed by Stichting European Open Rivers Programme). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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