April 16th & 17th, 2026 | Grado, Italy
The event “Interreg Italy–Slovenia OSI: Synergies and Complementarities bridging Europe” is organised by the Interreg VI-A Italy–Slovenia Programme, in collaboration with the Operations of Strategic Importance ADRIONCYCLETOUR, Kras-Carso II and POSEIDONE.
The initiative brings together representatives of European, national and regional institutions, Managing Authorities, Interreg Programmes and stakeholders, with the aim of strengthening synergies among programmes and discussing the prospects of territorial cooperation in the post-2027 period.
Programme of the two days
The first day is dedicated to cooperation models developed within the framework of the Operations of Strategic Importance of the Italy–Slovenia Programme. Following the institutional opening, thematic sessions will explore sustainable cross-border tourism, shared governance for sustainable territories, and blue and green infrastructure for biodiversity. The day will conclude with a round table on macro-regional strategies and the future of territorial cooperation, followed by networking opportunities and field activities.
The second day focuses on the next generation of Interreg, featuring a discussion among Programmes, European institutions and stakeholders on post-2027 synergies, multi-programme coordination and youth engagement. Interactive workshops and the drafting of a shared tool to strengthen future complementarities are planned.
Participation
The event is reserved exclusively for recipients of an official invitation from the Interreg Italy–Slovenia Managing Authority and is not open to the public.
Participation is free of charge, subject to prior registration via the form sent by email. Registration is valid only upon formal confirmation by the organising secretariat.
Speeches will be delivered in Italian, Slovenian and English. Simultaneous interpretation will be provided, except for the afternoon workshops on the second day, which will be held exclusively in English.
For information: info.itaslo@regione.fvg.it
Venue
Palazzo dei Congressi di Grado (Regional Conference Palace of Grado), located between the thermal baths and Parco delle Rose and within walking distance of both the seafront and the town centre, will serve as the venue for the event.
Address: Viale Italia 2, 34073 Grado (GO), Italy
Travel – how to get there
Grado is well connected and accessible through several transport options. Several private transport services operate in the region, offering shuttle connections and transfers to and from airports and major railway stations. Participants may independently consult available providers.
By car
Grado can be reached via the A4 Venice–Trieste or the A23 Tarvisio–Venezia motorways, exiting at Palmanova and continuing along road 352 for approximately 28 km. Travellers arriving from Trieste should take the Redipuglia–Monfalcone Ovest exit and follow the SR14–SP19 junction to the Monfalcone–Grado SP19 road.
By train
The closest railway stations are Trieste Airport – Ronchi dei Legionari (22 km) and Cervignano–Aquileia–Grado (19 km). Frequent buses connect both stations to Grado. Timetables are available on Trenitalia and TPL FVG website. The Trieste Airport station offers convenient links to major cities and features extensive parking facilities.
By plane
The nearest airport is Trieste Airport, located 22 km from Grado. All flight and service information is available on the airport’s website.
Please note that if you travel by train, the Cervignano Aquileia Grado station is about a 25 minutes drive from Grado, so additional transport will be needed.
Car hire
Car rental is available at Trieste Airport as well as in Udine and Trieste. Booking in advance is recommended, particularly during high season.
By bus
Regular bus services link Grado with major cities in the region, including Gorizia, Udine and Trieste. Timetables are available on the TPL FVG website.
More options here: https://grado.it/en/discover-grado/how-to-reach-grado
In this section, updates, in-depth materials and a photo gallery of the two days will be published.