HY-FEN

Corridor from the South to the North of France
Carte HY-FEN - Corridor H2 entre l'Espagne, la france et l'Allemagne

Description of project

HY-FEN is aimed at developing a hydrogen transport infrastructure from the south of France to the German border, in continuation of the BarMar project, connecting the Iberian peninsula, France and Germany via high-potential hydrogen valleys along its route in the Rhône valley, including major hydrogen storage projects.

Hydrogen uses

HY-FEN will enable the decarbonisation of the main industrial basins on its path in France and towards adjacent countries, in particular Germany. It will also be usable for the various mobility uses. Consequently, the project will be a key factor in the development of a renewable and low-carbon hydrogen market at the European level.

First stages

  • 2020-2022: Preliminary studies for the design of a European hydrogen transport infrastructure as part of the “European Hydrogen Backbone”.
  • 01/2023: France and Germany announce the extension of the H2Med project up to Germany, confirming the benefits of a corridor.

Next stages

  • 2023: Pre-feasibility study.
  • 2030: Forecast commissioning date.

Grid sizing

  • Length: Approximately 1,200 km.
  • Capacity: 200 GWh/d.