Eurodistrict SaarMoselle

The European Grouping for Territorial Cooperation EGTC "Eurodistrict SaarMoselle" was officially founded in Saarbrücken in spring 2010. This cross-border organization contributes to deepening cooperation between partners in the border region.

What is Eurodistrict SaarMoselle ?

Abolition of border controls between Germany and France on June 15, 2020 - EVTZ Eurodistrict SaarMoselle

„Here in the border region, we stand together“ Mayor Uwe Conradt

The Eurodistrict SaarMoselle has been committed to the development of the cross-border region between Germany and France for over 10 years.

The Eurodistrict SaarMoselle is an association of towns and municipalities in the Franco-German cross-border region along the Saar. Its aim is to promote the development of this cross-border region as an economically attractive living space. To this end, the Eurodistrict is working on concrete Franco-German projects in various fields.

The Eurodistrict SaarMoselle was created on May 6, 2010 in Saarbrücken, and brings together five communities of communes in the east of the Moselle department, as well as the Regionalverband Saarbrücken. Its legal form as a European Grouping for Territorial Cooperation (EGTC) enables it to implement projects under its own sponsorship, with its own budget and staff, and to apply for European subsidies.

The Eurodistrict Territory and its members

Regionalverband Saarbrücken /Eurodistrict SaarMoselle - Regionalverband Saarbrücken / Eurodistrict SaarMoselle

Added value without borders

The Eurodistrict is developing projects to promote exchanges between its 700 000 residents, associations and regional players. Through a variety of cross-border services, events and information offerings, it aims to offer citizens’ real benefit in their daily lives in their cross-border region. Examples include the development of a joint ticketing system for cross-border public transport, the creation of a cross-border crèche, and joint participation in international trade fairs with regional companies.

The city of Saarbrücken and the Eurodistrict SaarMoselle

The Mayor of Saarbrücken, Uwe Conradt, is a member of the Eurodistrict SaarMoselle Presidency. The presidency alternates between France and Germany every two years. The current President is Peter Gillo, President of the Saarbrücken Regionalverband.

The Eurodistrict's decision-making bodies - the Steering Committee and the Assembly - are made up equally of French and German representatives of local politics. Together, they decide on the strategic priorities of the work program and the implementation of projects.The Eurodistrict Director is Florence Guillemin.

The City of Saarbrücken staff support the Saarbrücken-based Eurodistrict Cooperation Office, and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Are you curious ?

On the Eurodistrict SaarMoselle homepage, you will find information on current projects, events and much more.

Kristina Welker

Mayor's Office and International Relations
Phone: +49 681 905-1504
Fax: +49 681 905-2098
E-mail: kristina.welker@saarbruecken.de