What events are planned for 8 October?

On October 8th, Europe will come together to celebrate Dam Removal Day, a day to honour the power of free-flowing rivers and the growing movement to remove obsolete barriers.

Before Dam Removal Day, a new short film calls governmental authorities, barrier owners, practitioners and the general public to take action and restore river connectivity. Watch the video on Dam Removal Europe YouTube channel

Participate in or follow the events taking place around 8 October :

• 8 of October : DRD Café (15:00–16:00 CEST), an online gathering where stories from across Europe come to life. Hear live interviews from inspiring events, share in the excitement of communities taking action, and connect with a passionate network of people who care deeply about rivers.
• from 17 to 19 October : Field trip on Lignon river basin organised by ERN (more info & registration) : From its source to its confluence with the Loire, 85 km, including more than 30 km of hiking in the most picturesque parts of the basin. During these three days, accompanied by river experts, we will visit and present emblematic sites in the basin, including barriers that have been removed, such as the one in Fay-sur-Lignon,removed in 2015, as well as the area of villages submerged by a large dam in 1910. This trip, which includes accommodation and a social evening, will provide an opportunity to consider how we manage water resources in a world where the benchmarks and solutions must necessarily evolve.

Take a look at the events map to find something close to you. Don’t miss this chance to be part of something bigger, something meaningful. Every action, big or small, helps highlight the importance of restoring rivers and bringing life back.