Dutch Mountain Film Festival

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Dutch Mountain Film Festival (DMFF) is an independent film festival with a diverse programme revolving around the theme of mountainfilm. The festival is intended for film buffs, mountaineers and lovers of the outdoors. It also caters for those who like arthouse film or extreme sports .In addition to new and established mountain films, the festival also puts on a varied programme of side events featuring music, art, food and sports. The Dutch Mountain Film Festival has been a member of the International Alliance for Mountain Film (IAMF) since 2014. The 16th edition of the Dutch Mountain Film Festival will take place from 6th to 15th of November 2026 in Heerlen, the Netherlands and in Aachen, Germany; where the mountains begin! MOUNTAIN FILM: The mountain film is one of the oldest genres and uses its own imagery. We are all familiar with its clichéd images: death-defying panoramas of mountain ridges, glaciers and rock faces, alternating with heart-stopping shots of fingers clawing for hand-holds, boots losing their footing and rocks breaking free. But the harsh mountain world is also portrayed for its symbolic and mythical significance. In this vertical wilderness, human resolve is confronted with all its deepest fears and vulnerabilities. The mountain film tells the story of humankind’s struggle with nature and records the stunning beauty of the untamed mountain world. The mountain film uses this world as its backdrop or metaphor for narrating the story of the human confrontation with the unadulterated wilds.

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

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  A growing festival with a healthy DNA. Enjoyed the time spent there & would recommend to others

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  Great Festival in a beautiful location.

• Filmmaker

  This was a brilliant festival. The communication throughout was helpful and generous. The films on show that I was able to see were of the highest quality and revealed a great range of subjects, approaches and styles of filming. All budgets were on display too! It was in a great location and attended by some really open and friendly people. What more could you ask for? Great home-made food too!

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  Thank you very much for screening our film Wondrous Kiental at your festival. We are delighted and would like to join the festival once also in person.

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  Thank you very much for the great hospitality and for the unforgettable atmosphere at the festival. Very happy you have included my shortfilm in your program, Hope to be there again next year!

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