Irish community in Germany

Ireland is lucky to have a diaspora who make a meaningful contribution to our country, whether through promoting our economic interests, raising awareness of our culture or creating a positive image of Ireland worldwide.

Emigrant Support Programme

We provide grants to Irish organisations which foster a more vibrant sense of community and Irish identity and we encourage closer links between Irish communities abroad and Ireland.

Presidential Award

The Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish abroad recognises sustained, distinguished service to Ireland, its communities abroad, or its international reputation by those living abroad

Irish Culture

Promoting Irish Culture is an important part of the Embassy’s work. We work with artists and cultural institutions to enhance the opportunities to showcase Irish culture across Germany

Visiting Ireland?

Ireland remains a popular tourist location with 7.6 million overseas tourists visits in 2014

St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick's Day is a global celebration of what it means to be Irish. The Embassy uses the opportunity every March to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Germany.

Ireland Germany Twinned Towns

There are a number of cities and towns across Ireland twinned with German cities and towns

Irish Societies/Organisations

Details of Irish societies and organisations including German Irish Friendship societies, as well as Irish music bands, Irish dancing schools and groups and Irish and Celtic music festivals.

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