Program Waddenlab 2026

  • Startup Sessions

    14 March 2026 — 10:00–16:00, Northern Netherlands

    Getting to know each other, first lectures, perspectives on the Wadden Sea, and team formation.

  • Pressure Cooker

    18 April 2026 — 10:00–20:00, Central Netherlands

    A session on ‘nature’, workshop ideation, hands-on design, and an intensive pressure cooker to build your workshop concept.

  • Online group work

    April – June 2026

    Continue developing your workshop with your team and guidance from experts.

  • Presentation & Design Session

    13 June 2026 — 10:00–16:00, Southern Netherlands

    Present your perspective, receive feedback, and finalize preparations for the sailing week.

  • Waddenlab Week

    11–17 July 2026, Wadden Sea + various islands

    A full week of living and learning on board a traditional flat-bottomed ship, exploring the tidal landscape together.

  • Return Day

    19 September 2026, location t.b.a.

    A day to reunite, reflect, and share your ideas on Waddenlab 2026.

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A true once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Albert Szabó
Industrial Design student, Participant Waddenlab 2025