HERIFORGE 2nd Open Call

Operator: HERIFORGE consortium. Programme: Horizon Europe, FSTP – Open Call 2. Instrument: grant. Who can apply: Polish SMEs and startups with the required local footprint may apply for immersive-technology solutions addressing the HERIFORGE hubs' cultural-heritage challenges. Intake: Applications Open; apply before 27 October 2026, 17:00 CET.

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HERIFORGE 2nd Open Call

Cultural heritage and immersive technologies for innovation forge

Heritage

eXtended Reality (VR/AR)

[Before applying: Find all you need to know in the OC Terms and Conditions

**HERIFORGE** aims to develop a network of three interconnected, place-based hubs in Poland, Cyprus, and Türkiye, fostering a Research and Innovation environment tailored to the Cultural and Creative Industries. The project focuses on the responsible use of XR (extended reality) technologies and cultural heritage as a means to enhance social resilience and strengthen local and transnational collaboration.

With the **HERIFORGE 2nd Open Call, we are looking for innovative projects that develop technical, immersive solutions to make cultural heritage more interactive, accessible, and inclusive**. Solutions must address specific challenges defined by our hubs in Cyprus, Poland, and Türkiye.

💰 **Funding available**: Up to **€50,000**

🏆 **Selected Cohort**: Up to 6 projects

🛠️ **Support available**: technical mentoring for a maximum duration of **6 months**

📅 **Application deadline**: 27 October 2026 at 17:00 (Brussels time)

✅ **Eligible applicants**: individual SMEs (including startups), natural persons or NGOs (foundations or associations) from EU Member States and Horizon Europe Associated Countries, with a local footprint in Cyprus, Poland, or Türkiye

👉**START HERE**: read carefully HERIFORGE 2nd Open Call [**Terms & Conditions (Guide for Applicants)**](https://ats-public-files-production.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/round/69f1d7e88d7e7acdf0d66655/a774463f-f767-4a83-9811-b7079800a762-HERIFORGE_2OC_SGA_template_applicants.pdf)

📬**HELP**: consult the [**FAQs** document](https://ats-public-files-production.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/round/69f1d7e88d7e7acdf0d66655/a774463f-f767-4a83-9811-b7079800a762-HERIFORGE_2OC_SGA_template_applicants.pdf) or contact the helpdesk directly at heriforge.help@fundingbox.com

**WEBINARS**

Webinar 1 (9 September 2026, 10:00 CEST) - recording [HERE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GvfHvrtOQs)!

Webinar 2 (6 October 2026, 10:00 CET) - recording [HERE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YfEwK8v1KQ)!

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HERIFORGE is a project funded by the European Union under Grant Agreement no. 101186573. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Research Executive Agency (REA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

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