Studying another boring border? - Scrutinizing the production of a cross-border space from a predominantly local perspective

January 1, 2026Open Access

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The research aims to scrutinize the progress of cross-border integration and identify barriers in the Bavarian-Czech border area.
Conducted focus group discussions with mayors about cross-border relations and planning instruments.
Surveyed citizens regarding their connections to neighboring municipalities.
Developed a heuristic approach to connect local contexts with broader European integration processes.
Identified two distinct modes of social production within the border area and their respective ambiguities.
Highlighted how cross-border integration is a non-linear, multi-faceted, and sometimes contradictory process.
Revealed the importance of proximity to the border as a central space for negotiating integration and overcoming barriers.

This dissertation explores cross-border integration processes in the Bavarian-Czech border area, indicating complex local dynamics.

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Stefan Bloßfeldt (2026) studied this question.

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