OPEN CALL | Tour de LOOP - Exclusive design and textile specialist trip to Chemnitz

Chemnitz, the European Capital of Culture 2025, invites experts from the world of textile design and textile art to a unique tour. Discover the traditional and at the same time innovative textile industry of this city, which was once known as the "Saxon Manchester" and today inspires with new concepts in sustainable production, digital textile design and artistic design. Get to know the Esche Lab, the workshop for creative textile work with a focus on knitting, embroidery and clothing in Limbach-Oberfrohna. Discover the possibilities for textile art projects in the renowned Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V. (STFI). 

This specialist tour offers a unique opportunity to gain new inspiration for your own work, to network with European experts and to help shape the textile future in one of the most exciting creative regions in Europe. 

Target group: Textile designers, textile artists, university employees from the fields of fashion, textiles and art 

Programme highlights 

• Exclusive tours with a focus on textile history and textile technologies
• Exchange with creatives, designers and scientists from Chemnitz and Europe at specialist discussions and networking events
• Workshop and live demonstrations that offer insights into innovative techniques and artistic approaches
• City center tour and playful exploration of the European Capital of Culture with a visit to the Chemnitz 2025 Information Center

Application process 

The number of participants is limited to 15 people. Applications are made via an online application form. Selected participants will receive a grant for travel and accommodation costs: 

Participants from Germany: 100 EUR before taxes
Participants from other European countries: 150 EUR before taxes 
The participants are responsible for organizing their own accommodation. 

Apply online now using this form.

Application deadline: April 11, 2025

An offer from the Makers, Business & Arts project of the European Capital of Culture Chemnitz 2025, the Esche Museum and the Sächsisches Textilforschungsinstitut e.V. (STFI). 

Contact for inquiries: mba(at)chemnitz2025.de