What a week! Startup Week Aachen 2026 brought together founders, investors, companies, universities and startup enthusiasts from across the Aachen Area and beyond.

Relive five days full of startup spirit, new connections, fresh ideas and entrepreneurial energy and discover the highlights of Startup Week Aachen 2026.

And this is only the beginning: Startup Week Aachen returns in 2027. Stay tuned for the next edition!

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founders.festival

July 10.2026

2026 Edition: Five Days of Startup Spirit, Innovation and Collaboration

Startup Week Aachen 2026 brought the startup ecosystem together for more than 40 events across the Aachen Area. From inspiring founder stories and practical workshops to startup pitches, cross border connections and the founders.festival in the heart of Aachen, five days showcased the full power of #StartupCityAachen.

The accumulated startup power of Aachen Area

Startup Week Aachen brings together the entire startup ecosystem of the Aachen Area for one week of exchange, inspiration and new opportunities. Founders, investors, companies, universities and ecosystem partners share know how, experiences and ideas and make the strength of #StartupCityAachen visible.

Missed this year’s edition? Explore our previous Startup Weeks and get ready for 2027.

Be inspired and click here for a recap of STARTUP WEEK 2023 & STARTUP WEEK 2024 & STARTUP WEEK 2025.