Writing / Literature Residencies in Germany

American Academy in Berlin

BERLIN, Germany

The American Academy in Berlin is a private, nonprofit institution offering semester-long residential fellowships to American scholars, artists, writers, composers, and journalists for advanced independent research and creative work in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and public policy. Fellows reside at the Hans Arnhold Center on Lake Wannsee and engage in transatlantic dialogue through public lectures, readings, performances, and discussions.

Atelierhaus Hilmsen

Wallstawe OT Hilmsen, Germany

Atelierhaus Hilmsen is an artist residency program in Wallstawe OT Hilmsen, Germany, supporting the education and professional development of artists and scholars from around the world through partnerships with international institutions, emphasizing arts and humanities. Residents work in complete freedom for an intensive three-week period in spacious studios, fostering diversity, cultural understanding, and spontaneous collaborations amid a wondrous environment. Founded by artist Hans Molzberger in 1993, it offers facilities like painting studios, sculpture yards, housing, and post-residency opportunities such as exhibitions.

Baldreit Stipendium

Baden-Baden, Germany

The Baldreit-Stipendium is a residency program offered by the city of Baden-Baden, Germany, providing artists from literature, visual arts, and composition with a rent-free 70m² apartment in the city center and a monthly stipend (recently €1,100 total). It awards two 6-month residencies annually (October-March and April-September), expecting recipients to engage with the local community by presenting their work. German language skills are desirable, and the apartment is not barrier-free.

Callie’s

Berlin, Germany

Callie’s is a non-profit experimental institution in Berlin dedicated to fostering creativity and cultural exchange through its residency program, exhibitions, and public programs. Housed in a former machine factory in the Wedding district, Callie’s offers private studio spaces, a movement studio with a sprung floor, a cooperative sound studio, and a dedicated writing room. The residency is self-guided, allowing artists at any stage of their careers to explore new ideas without production requirements. Artists-in-residence can also request on-site accommodation in micro-apartments, designed with handmade and custom elements. Callie’s fosters an open and interdisciplinary environment, with periodic informal gatherings, networking opportunities, and access to Berlin’s rich cultural landscape. While the residency covers workspace and resources, it does not provide direct funding for travel or materials. The program is open to visual artists, musicians, choreographers, writers, poets, and researchers, supporting a wide range of creative practices. Residencies typically last six months, with some flexibility for shorter stays.

coGalleries

Berlin, Germany

coGalleries Artist Residency Berlin is an international artist residency program committed to fostering cross-cultural exchange among artists, curators, and institutions. Based in the dynamic art compound FAHRBEREITSCHAFT in East Berlin, the residency offers access to a shared studio loft and tailored support including mentoring, networking, and presentation opportunities. Artists can choose between two main tracks — one culminating in an Open Studio presentation and the other offering a full Solo Exhibition with coaching and professional development. The residency emphasizes connection to Berlin’s thriving contemporary art scene and encourages collaboration with nearby institutions and practitioners. Residents gain insight through organized events such as gallery visits, artist talks, and studio critiques. The program supports artists across various disciplines, including painting, sculpture, photography, video, literature, and curatorial practice. Housing is not included but can be arranged at additional cost. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and the team offers PR support and continued professional connections beyond the residency.

DAAD

Berlin, Germany

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is a prominent organization known for its extensive support of the international exchange of students and scholars. Since its establishment in 1925, DAAD has become one of the world's largest funding organizations for international academic cooperation. It offers a wide range of programs including scholarships for study and research in Germany, funding for German students, graduates, and academics abroad, and support for the internationalization of German universities. DAAD also promotes German studies and the German language abroad, supports developing countries in establishing effective universities, and advises decision makers on matters of cultural, education, and development policy. Its scholarship programs are aimed at fostering knowledge exchange and building bridges between cultures. DAAD's vast alumni network spans over a hundred countries, including several prominent academics, artists, and leaders who have benefited from its programs. Through initiatives like the Artists-in-Berlin Program, DAAD underscores its commitment to enriching artistic dialogues and cultural exchanges worldwide. As an influential advocate for educational and scientific exchange, DAAD plays a crucial role in shaping global academic and cultural landscapes.

Europäisches Übersetzer Kolloquium

Straelen, Germany

The Europäisches Übersetzer-Kollegium (EÜK) in Straelen, Germany, is the world's first and largest international working center for literary translators, providing 30 apartments, workspaces, and a specialized library with 125,000 volumes including lexicons in over 275 languages. Founded in 1978, it hosts over 750 translators annually from more than 55 countries for stays typically from one week to three months to work on commissioned translation projects under ideal conditions, fostering international cultural exchange and translation quality. It features the Translator in Residence program, supported by Kunststiftung NRW since , with translators rotating every three months to conduct public events.

Gartenhaus am Süderwall

Otterndorf, Germany

The Gartenhaus am Süderwall in Otterndorf, Germany, is an artist residency program offering stipends since 1985 for writers (typically June to October, 5 months) and since for visual artists (about 6 weeks in April-May), providing free housing in a historic classical garden house with a studio space, kitchen, and bath. Residents receive a monthly stipend for writers (around 1,200 Euro) or a fixed grant for artists (1,800 Euro plus up to 1,200 Euro for exhibition), expecting primarily on-site presence and public presentations of their work.

Gedok Atelierhaus

LÜBECK, Germany

Gedok Atelierhaus in Lübeck, Germany, offers a guest studio residency program sponsored by the state of Schleswig-Holstein, primarily for female artists in visual arts, applied arts, literature, and music to support and promote their creativity. Residents receive a stipend of 1,000 euros per month (with 400 euros deducted for rent and costs) and must be present during the stay, produce a report, and work in a studio with kitchen and bathroom near the old city. The typical duration is 1-3 months, though some sources specify two months.

Global Forest

St. Georgen, Germany

The Global Forest art association, in collaboration with Furtwangen University (HFU) and the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), offers a three-month artist residency as part of the ResonanzLab project. This residency invites artists to explore the theme of “climate anxiety” through artistic engagement with sound, language, and community participation. Located in St. Georgen, in the Black Forest, the residency offers a rent-free living and studio space, a monthly stipend, and production support. Artists will collaborate with local communities in the Lake Constance region, develop participatory projects, and present their findings in a final exhibition. The residency aims to foster interdisciplinary exchange between the arts and sciences and encourage public engagement with pressing environmental concerns.

KHB Kunsthalle Below

Below, Germany

KHB Kunsthalle Below offers a unique artist residency program called "Minimal Travel" situated in the idyllic rural area of Below, close to nature and simplicity. The program encourages artists from diverse disciplines and professional backgrounds to explore their creativity in a communal setting, emphasizing environmental consciousness and minimal travel. The residencies provide various accommodations, including circus wagons and simple chambers, fostering an intimate and creative environment. Artists engage in self-directed projects with opportunities for collaboration and communal activities like shared meals and a final public exhibition. The program aims to blend artistic exploration with discussions on minimalism and community living, inviting both new and professional artists.

KHBstudios Berlin

Nazarethkirchstr. 42, Germany

Name of Residency: Minimales ReisenWe offer two small, attractive rooms with a desk and armchair for guests who want to discover Berlin and work in the KHBstudios. They are interested in AG Minimales Reisen’s focus on travelling to nearby destinations, take part in our open events from time to time and provide insights into their own work. Ideally, they will take something from us home with them and work with us on a long-term basis using http://parallelprotokolle.de/Residency Programme since: 2

KHF Berlin – Kuenstlerhof Frohnau

Hubertusweg 60, Germany

Name of Residency: Artist Residency in the North of BerlinSince 2019 KHF offers a live-in guest studio in a beautiful, one-storey, half-timbered house on 155-square meters with a huge surrounding garden in the middle of the woods. Professional artists of all backgrounds are invited to apply for a self funded residency, throughout the year. There is no limitation regarding the type of artistic practice and applications from artist couples or groups are encouraged as well. Once a year there is an

KuBa: Kulturbahnhof, Klein Warnow

Am Bahnhof 13, Germany

Name of Residency: KuBa ResidencyKuBa: kulturbahnhof Art Residency: A place of motion and emotionKuBa:kulturbahnhof is located on the site of a former station on the Berlin-Hamburg railway in the town of Klein Warnow (Brandenburg). We offer artists and writers of different genres a space to work and to experiment. The interaction with this unique location is an essential element of the project. KuBa: kulturbahnhof is an independent, artist-led and non-profit project. With our “Artists & Writers

Kulturstiftung Schloss Wiepersdorf

Niederer Fläming, Germany

The Kulturstiftung Schloss Wiepersdorf offers an international and interdisciplinary residency program for individual artists, writers, scholars, and groups at Schloss Wiepersdorf, a castle in rural Brandenburg, Germany, about 75 km south of Berlin. Fellows receive free room and board, a monthly stipend of €1200, and a €480 material grant, with stays typically lasting 1-3 months (often three months in spring, summer, or fall periods). The program supports fields like literature, visual arts, composition, and research, providing studios, ateliers, conference rooms, and opportunities for presentations and networking.

Künstlerhaus Edenkoben

Edenkoben, Germany

The Künstlerhaus Edenkoben is a residency program in Edenkoben, Germany, serving as a meeting, living, and working space for poets, writers, visual artists, musicians, and translators, fostering encounters through scholarships and events focused on contemporary literature, poetry, music, and visual arts. It emphasizes 'crossing borders' via collaborations with French neighbors, exploration of European languages, and regional cultural spaces. The program awards up to six scholarships for authors/translators and two for visual artists annually, providing furnished apartments, a studio, a monthly stipend of 1,200-1,400 euros, free accommodation, and travel reimbursement.

Künstlerhaus Lauenburg

Lauenburg/ Elbe, Germany

Künstlerhaus Lauenburg in Lauenburg/Elbe, Germany, offers three annual residency fellowships in visual arts, literature, and composition, plus a working fellowship for artists with children and a scholarship by invitation, typically lasting 4 months from mid-May to mid-September. Fellows receive housing, studio space, and are expected to spend at least 50% of the time on-site, culminating in presentations like exhibitions, artist talks, or premieres. The program also features a Stadtgalerie for exhibitions and public events.

Künstlerhäuser Worpswede is a place for communal encounters and individual concentration. A place for co-creation and self-efficacy. Martin Kausche founded the complex of five studios in 1971. The studios provide space to work and to live on the edge of the artist village Worpswede, close to Bremen. The state of Lower Saxony, the district of Osterholz and the community of Worpswede all support the association with other partners. We promote interdisciplinary and international art production in t

Künstlerhof Schreyahn

Wustrow (Wendland), Germany

The Künstlerhof Schreyahn is a stipend program in Schreyahn, Wustrow (Wendland), Germany, offering writers and composers 3-, 6-, or 9-month residencies in renovated farm buildings with free ateliers including living space, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. Residents receive a monthly stipend of 1400 Euro from the state of Lower Saxony and are expected to engage locally through readings, concerts, or other cultural activities. The facility features a protected Low German hall house used as a cultural center for events, with dedicated ateliers for literature and composition.

Laura Liebeskind, die Gründerin, die die Hälfte der Zeit im Haupthaus neben Ihrem wohnen wird, steht Ihnen zur Verfügung, beantwortet Ihre Fragen und holt Sie vom nächsten Bahnhof ab. Sie stellt Ihnen ein Fahrrad zur Verfügung, und es fahren regelmäßig Busse in die nächstgrößeren Orte mit Supermarkt und Freibad.Die Kosten betragen: 1 Woche: 400 Euro / 2 Wochen: 650 Euro / 3 Wochen: 900 Euro / 4 Wochen: 1200 EuroResidency Programme since: 2022Description of Organisation: Ever since 2022, I, Laura

Literary Colloquium Berlin

Berlin, Germany

The Literary Colloquium Berlin (LCB) is an international residency program housed in a historic villa on Wannsee Lake in Berlin, Germany, serving as a hub for writers, translators, and literary exchange through fellowships, workshops, public events, and publications. It offers residencies typically lasting 1-3 months or specific periods like 1 month, often with stipends, targeting German-language authors, international writers, and translators via various partner-funded programs.

Otte1 Künstlerhaus Eckernförde

Eckernförde, Germany

Künstlerhaus Otte1 is an artist residency located in Eckernförde, Germany, dedicated to supporting young artists and fostering new ideas. Named after its location at Ottestr. 1, the residency offers grants that create long-term relationships and unique projects, including artistic encounters, educational activities, culinary surprises, performances, dance, film, and music performances. Four studios are available rent-free for selected scholars, who also receive financial support of 1,000 euros per month. The residency is open to professional artists in the fields of visual arts, literature, and music composition. Applications are accepted exclusively online during an announced period, usually in summer for the following year. Selection is made by professional, competent juries in the respective fields. Otte1 is a member of the Network of Artists’ Residences in Northern Germany.

Projekt- Artists meet Wendland

Kriwitz 21, Germany

Artists meet Wendland lädt Kunstschaffende ein, sich in Ruhe zu konzentrieren und ihre kreativen Ideen und Prozesse zuzuwenden. Die Residenz befindet sich in einem alten Bauernhaus am Rande eines kleinen Dorfes. Das direkt anschließende Naturschutzgebiet lädt zu ausgiebigen Wanderungen im Flachland oder Fahrradtouren ein. Dabei können Gedanken, Bilder und andere Projektideen entstehen, die darauf warten, ihren kreativen Ausdruck zu finden.Die Residenz ist ein ruhiger und inspirierender Raum für

Raum für Kunst e.V.

Eiswerderstrasse, Germany

The aim is to provide the artist with the opportunity of creative investment, development of new concepts and inherent connections. In addition, we facilitate for the artists space :  work & housing facilities, tools, professional feedback and opportunities to develop their networks, contacts and audiences. Our residency programme can offer access to new technologies, partnerships and  funding streams as well as, in some circumstances, lead to the development of new ideas that expand the artists

RaumKulturDenkmal

Breitenberg, Germany

The RaumKulturDenkmal e.V. aims to promote nature conservation, art, culture, and the protection of cultural landscapes in the tri-border area of Germany, Czech Republic, and Austria. The association is involved in cross-border projects with international participation, focusing on the preservation of endangered cultural and wild plants, the revival and restoration of historical building structures, and artistic research. The Bauhaus Bavaria Artist-in-Residence program celebrates sustainable practices and inclusive spirit, merging the ethos of the Bauhaus Movement and the Black Mountain College. The residency offers a unique opportunity for sustainable creative experimentation in a historically rich and ecologically significant location.

SAVVY Contemporary Residency

Berlin, Germany

The SAVVY Contemporary Residency in Berlin hosts national and international curators, artists, writers, thinkers, researchers, and cultural professionals for periods of at least 3 months, challenging residents to engage with Berlin’s socio-political context and explore trans-disciplinary issues beyond geographical constraints. Residents work from premises in a former power plant in Neukölln, offering workshops, seminars, or lectures, with accommodation in private rooms in a shared flat 500m away, though no production studios are available. The program emphasizes decolonial practices, public-oriented research, and topics like Afro-Pacific affinities and innovative exhibition-making, often through partnerships like REFLEKT for practitioners from Southeast Asia.

SomoS

Berlin, Germany

SomoS is an international artist residency program located in the creative heart of Berlin, Germany, bridging the dynamic Kreuzberg and Neukölln districts. It offers a collaborative, supportive, and structured environment for artists, curators, and researchers looking to develop their projects in a global art hub. The residency typically lasts for a minimum of three months, with staggered arrival times allowing for individualized support. Residents are provided with furnished living and working spaces, equipped for a variety of disciplines, including visual arts, media, literature, and design. In addition to daily staff support, participants have access to SomoS’ gallery, extensive library, and shared facilities, encouraging both independent creation and community engagement. Artists can present their work through exhibitions, workshops, or public talks during their residency. SomoS partially subsidizes the program and offers discounts for early bookings and full payments. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and selected artists are encouraged to secure external funding for the remaining fees.

The Stiftung Künstlerhof Roter Ochse in Schleusingen, Germany, is a foundation that awards residencies to up to three young artists or scholars from diverse fields including music, literature, visual arts, performing arts, and new media, for stays of up to nine months. Residents live, work, and present their creations to the public, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and community engagement in the historic town. The program aims to create a vibrant communication center in the tradition of arts and sciences symposia.

Stuttgarter Schriftstellerhaus

Stuttgart, Germany

The Stuttgarter Schriftstellerhaus in Stuttgart, Germany, is a cultural institution and meeting point for authors, translators, and literature enthusiasts, hosting events, workshops, and annually awarding up to four 3-month residency stipends to German-speaking writers in prose, drama, and poetry. Stipendiaten receive housing and a stipend (4,000–5,000 EUR), with a presence obligation including public presentations and contributions to house activities.

TAKT

Berlin; Leipzig; Zeitz, Germany

TAKT Artist Residency is an independent arts organization based in Berlin, Germany, known for fostering the growth and exchange of artists internationally. Founded in 2007, it operates in the tranquil Prenzlauer Berg neighborhood, a hub of artistic activity and cultural exchange. The residency offers various programs, including artist-led critiques, studio visits, and German language classes, aimed at enriching the participants' experience. Artists benefit from both structured programs and the freedom to explore personal projects, culminating in a group exhibition. TAKT supports a diverse range of disciplines from visual arts to literature, promoting a vibrant creative environment. The residency aims to integrate artists into the local art scene, providing them with the tools and community needed to expand their practice.

Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House e.V.

Berlin, Germany

Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House e.V. is a European-American foundation based in Berlin that operates artist residencies primarily at its sites in Los Angeles, including Villa Aurora and Thomas Mann House, fostering transatlantic exchange in arts, literature, and culture. It offers fellowships and grants such as the Berlin Fellowship for LA-based artists to reside in Berlin for several weeks, and supports programs like music residencies and Thomas Mann Fellowships addressing global issues. The organization emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, providing stipends, housing, and networking opportunities for artists from Germany and internationally.

Villa Concordia

Bamberg, Germany

Villa Concordia is an International Artist-in-Residence Programme founded in 1997 by the Free State of Bavaria, hosting German and international artists in a baroque water palace on the Regnitz river in Bamberg. The program supports artists in visual arts, literature, and music through residencies, providing lodging, studio space, monthly scholarships, and project grants while promoting cultural exchange and public engagement through exhibitions, readings, and concerts.