The map of Europe is being redrawn. "Euro-Regions" are emerging, which connect more and more citizens, municipalities, institutions, NGOs across the borders. These regions may become "islands of excellence" that could renew the whole of Europe. This report presents examples of regional initiatives launched outside of Hungary's borders in the last few decades. Interesting cases of cultural co-operation in the Danube-Körös-Maros-Tisza Euro-Region or the Carpathians Euro-Region have led to: an exchange of artists during festivals; co-operation of regional radio stations; joint projects for CD publishing; and a combined summer programme series. Available also in Hungarian language.