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Europanetzwerk Deutsch

The German Foreign Office and the Goethe-Institut promote the German language as a working and procedural language in the European institutions through the exclusive grant programme Europanetzwerk Deutsch. Various language course programmes and events on socio-political and cultural topics provide the opportunity to improve existing German language skills and to become part of a committed alumni network in Europe. The activities take place both on site and online.

 

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Structural change as an opportunity?

Exhibition visit and discussion on 8 July 2026 at 6.30 pm at the Goethe-Institut Brussels.

The social transformation in the East following the fall of the Berlin Wall has many facets. It is evident in the restructuring of political structures, institutions and social conditions, and is reflected in people’s life stories and biographies. In the book *Vergessene Zukunft* (Forgotten Future), photographer Holger Herschel has captured the period of transition in several photo series; two of these – *Schwarze Pumpe* and *Altes Eisen* – are currently on display at the Goethe-Institut Brussels. In a moderated discussion with Holger Herschel and Dr Annette Schuhmann, we explore a process of transformation that often demanded a high degree of adaptability from people, whilst also addressing the question of the value and future of work in times of upheaval – then as now. 

Holger Herschel, Schwarze Pumpe (1991/2025) © Holger Herschel © Holger Herschel

Online German courses for ministerial officials and journalists

Within the framework of online German group courses (A2 - C1), ministerial officials from the Permanent Representations of the EU Member States, journalists and ministerial officials from the EU Member States, EU candidate countries and Great Britain, Iceland, Norway, and Kosovo receive language training.

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Our programme

  • Courses in Brussels and Luxembourg

    Here you will find information about our different German courses’ formats. The focus of these courses is the teaching and practical application of the German language on the basis of socially and politically relevant topics.
     

    Kurse in Brüssel 2 © Europanetzwerk Deutsch/Goethe-Institut © Europanetzwerk Deutsch/Goethe-Institut

  • EU-courses in Germany

    Our intensive language courses take place at various locations in Germany (e.g. in Berlin, Frankfurt, Dresden, Munich) and include both, expert discussions with representatives of ministries and professionally relevant specialists as well as an accompanying cultural programme.

    EU-Kurs Frankfurt-Wiesbaden 2017 © Bernhard Ludewig © Bernhard Ludewig

  • Europanetzwerk Digital

    The Europanetzwerk Digital programme turns your desk into an individual study desk: Digital courses, lectures, readings or discussion groups on European topics are offered in a special environment.

    Europanetzwerk Deutsch © Europanetzwerk Deutsch © Europanetzwerk Deutsch

Past events

Would you like to gain an insight into our activities and learn more about our work? Here you will find a selection of our past events.

30 Jahre Europanetzwerk Deutsch - Jubiläumsfeier 2024 © Cédric Puisney © Cédric Puisney

Network

  • Europeans speak German

    Former participants of our courses report their experience with the German language and with the Europanetzwerk Deutsch.

    Europeans speak German © Europanetzwerk Deutsch/Isabel Stüker © Europanetzwerk Deutsch/Isabel Stüker

  • Establishing networks in Europe

    Exclusive network meetings, current special programmes and lively exchange between European colleagues: by participating in our programme, you’ll become part of an active pan-European alumni network.

    Netzwerktreffen 2016 © Bernhard Ludewig © Bernhard Ludewig

  • Cooperation with the College of Europe

    Thanks to the cooperation with the Europanetzwerk Deutsch, students of the College of Europe Bruges take part in exclusive German courses offered by the Goethe-Institut or win a language scholarship in Germany.

    College of Europe © College of Europe © College of Europe

Our history

from 1994 to today

How has the Europanetzwerk Deutsch developed since its foundation in 1994? What were the highlights? Immerse yourself in our history and find out about the development of our programme.

The Future is Europe, Brüssel © Goethe-Institut, Isabel Stüker © Goethe-Institut, Isabel Stüker

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