The Franco-German Barcamp #6 is a long weekend of conversation for young adults from Montpellier and its twin city, Heidelberg. It takes place at the Maison de Heidelberg in Montpellier, Occitania, from Wednesday 11 to Sunday 15 November 2026.
What the event is about
The barcamp is built around a single question: what makes a city engaged and supportive? Rather than following a fixed programme of lectures, a barcamp is a collaborative format in which participants shape the discussion themselves and draw on the ideas of everyone in the room. This sixth edition brings that approach to European youth from both sides of the Franco-German partnership.
Who it is for
- Young adults living in Montpellier or Heidelberg
- Anyone curious about civic life, youth participation and how cities support the people who live in them
- Visitors who enjoy exchanging ideas across languages and cultures
The venue and organisers
The event is hosted by the Maison de Heidelberg, the cultural and exchange space in Montpellier linked to the twin city, and organised together with the Stadtjugendring Heidelberg, the youth council of Heidelberg. Its partnership with the Maison de Heidelberg makes it a natural meeting point for those interested in Franco-German ties.
Planning your visit
The barcamp runs through the working day across the five days, so it suits anyone able to set aside time in mid-November. Montpellier itself, the regional capital of Occitania, offers a lively city setting for a stay around the event. Full details and registration information are available on the event page at maison-de-heidelberg.org.