Overview
Horizon Europe Cluster 2 call HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE provides an overall indicative EUR 85.5 million across seven topics on cultural heritage and the cultural and creative industries.
Complete grant details
The call launched on 12 May 2026. The seven topics include areas such as boosting creative startups for disruptive innovation, supporting a fair market for creative content, and preventing illicit trafficking of cultural goods. The official REA page states proposals are due on 23 September 2026; applicants should use the Funding & Tenders Portal for precise topic conditions and submission controls.
Eligibility requirements
Eligibility depends on the selected Horizon Europe Cluster 2 topic and applicable work-programme conditions. Applicants should confirm consortium, country and entity requirements in the Funding & Tenders Portal.
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Verification notes
Verified on REA's official 2026 call page. The page states a 23 September 2026 submission date, seven topics and an EUR 85.5 million indicative budget, but the displayed page does not state an exact closing time; deadline_date is therefore used.
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