Heidelberg UNESCO City of Literature writer in residence program 2026

By Ōtepoti He Puna Auaha | Dunedin UNESCO City Of Literature | Posted: Friday Jul 18, 2025

Applications close 17 September 2025

Heidelberg UNESCO City of Literature is excited to announce the fourth edition of the writer in residence program which they are offering in cooperation with the cultural foundation of the Rhine-Neckar region.

The residency period for up to 2 artists (a writer and a fellow-artist) is from 13st April until 13th July 2026.

The writer/artists in residence will be accommodated very close to Heidelberg in the lovely town of Dilsberg.

For more information on this programme and how to apply: Writers in Residence Programme | Heidelberg