CoR - Germany Culture

Central

In 2006 the safeguarding of German cultural assets against removal from the country was listed as an exclusive legislative power of the federal level (Art. 73 BL).
External cultural policy and representation of Germany in the EU
Transnational cultural cooperation (both the federal level and the Länder are active)
Legislation on press and film
Limited competency for setting up and financing cultural institutions, which are of central relevance (e.g. national exhibition hall)

Regional

General competency of the Länder for cultural affairs, both legislative and executive power (“Kulturhoheit”) (based on Article 30 BL)
Federal constitutional court emphasized that competency of the Länder for cultural affairs is a major element of their statehood
Länder have set up and finance and co-finance various cultural institutions (theatres, museums, orchestras)
ransnational cultural cooperation (both the Länder and the federal level are active)
The 2006 reform saw an increase in the competences of the Länder. Article 23(6) BL gave regional and local authorities more weight in EU discussions on culture policies.

Intermediate level - Kreise

Local

Local level is particular active in the policy field of Culture
Main responsibility for implementation of cultural activities is located at the local level; activities and policies at the local level vary according to policy orientation and the availability of financial resources
Financing of cultural institutions and events
Both provision of financial support for setting up and running of public cultural institutions
Local museums, theatres, cultural events, orchestras etc.

Responsible ministries/bodies

Federal Chancellery (State ministry for culture)

Sources

Policies Area