The next TransParcNet Meeting is set to take place from 9th to 13th June 2025 at the Sobieszów Natural Education Centre within the breathtaking Karkonosze National Park. We warmly invite all current TransParcNet members, alongside other European Protected Areas interested in joining the European Transboundary Programme, to participate in this inspiring gathering. Researchers, policymakers, and media representatives are also encouraged to attend and contribute by presenting during our conference sessions.
For further information about this exciting event, please contact us at europarc@europarc.org.
Welcome to TransParcNet
TransParNet is the dynamic network connecting all certified EUROPARC Transboundary Parks. Each year, the TransParcNet Team gathers in a different Transboundary Area across Europe to reflect on triumphs, tackle challenges, and share insights from the past year. The annual TransParcNet Meeting spans 3 to 5 days, including travel, and offers an engaging balance between thought-provoking conferences and inspiring field excursions. Attendees have the unique opportunity to exchange knowledge and witness firsthand the innovations and progress achieved in other Transboundary Areas.
What TransParNet Does
To advance the goals of EUROPARC’s transboundary initiatives, TransParNet serves as a vital platform to:
- Provide support for other Protected Areas aiming to meet the Basic Standards;
- Facilitate capacity building among European Transboundary Protected Areas (TBPAs) by enhancing communication, sharing experiences, and promoting best practices;
- Coordinate thematic working groups that foster experience exchange;
- Organise staff exchanges and study visits to encourage hands-on learning;
- Host conferences, seminars, and workshops that spark innovation and collaboration;
- Publish insightful resources on transboundary issues and joint projects;
- Develop comprehensive directories and databases of Transboundary Protected Areas and relevant partners;
- Champion the interests of TBPAs at both national and international levels;
- Raise funds and coordinate cross-border projects that strengthen transboundary cooperation.
For more information about upcoming and past TransParcNet meetings, see the resources below. If you require details about meetings prior to 2012, do not hesitate to contact us at europarc@europarc.org.