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Accelerator Roundup

The Top 3 Accelerators & Incubators in Cologne

Discover the top 3 accelerators in Cologne and fast-track your startup's success.

CologneGermanyAll Verticals
3 programs · Statuses checked Nov 2026
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Overview

startersss tracks 3 accelerator and incubator programs in Cologne, Germany. 1 is verified as accepting applications. Of those operating, 2 run hybrid and 1 runs in person. For the rest of Germany, see every program in Germany.

01

Climate Founders GmbH

CologneGermanyRolling admissions

A venture builder focusing on climate solutions.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2020
How it works
Duration12 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
CleantechClimate
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02

STARTPLATZ

CologneGermanyNext deadline Sep 27, 2026

STARTPLATZ is a startup incubator and coworking space that provides support, resources, and mentorship to early-stage companies in Germany.

About
ApplicationsClosedFirst chequeUndisclosedExits1Founded2012
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
IncubatorsInternetVirtual Workforce
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03

Quake Capital Europe

CologneGermany

Quake Capital Europe is a venture capital firm that provides funding, mentorship, and resources to early-stage startups in various industries.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Innovation ManagementMarketingVenture Capital
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