European Open Rivers Programme

The facts, in the funder’s words

All quotes are from openrivers.eu · frequently asked questions unless marked. Checked 2 Nov 2026

How to apply

Apply directly

When a call is open, eligible applicants apply to the funder or the organisation running the call.

Applications must be submitted through our online portal during the open call period.

Amount

Up to €100,000 EUR

Cap applies to barrier identification and prioritisation grants only; most other grants have no maximum.

we apply a maximum cap of €100,000 for barrier identification and prioritisation projects

Where

Greater Europe (Europe)

The Open Rivers Programme supports projects within Greater Europe.

Who can apply

NGOs and Government bodies

a public entity applying as a lead partner for a Category A3 "Dam removal" grant must provide at least 50% of project costs

Rounds

Fixed rounds with deadlines

Open call: apply by 13:00 CET on 13th November 2026!

Co-funding required

No

There are no matching funding requirements.

Run by

Stichting European Open Rivers Programme

a new not-for-profit entity (ANBI status), "Stichting European Open Rivers Programme", was established in the Netherlands on 25 June 2021 to manage and implement the programme

Restoration approach

Rivers and lakes

Our classification, from the funder’s description of what it supports.

The call

What the funder asks grantees to report

Reporting

Not found on the pages we read