Madrid's startup ecosystem is supported by a diverse group of accelerators and incubators. Among them, IMPACT Accelerator has backed over 110 companies.
Other programs focus on specific sectors, such as Eatable Adventures with its nearly 50 investments in food tech. This guide covers the city's leading options for founders.
Below is our list of the best 15 accelerators and incubators in Madrid.
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Get the Sheet for $50With a focus on the EdTech, Mobility, and Impact sectors, IMPACT Accelerator helps entrepreneurs and institutions transform to compete in the digital era. Their online programs equip a diverse range of organizations, from startups to large enterprises, with the tools and guidance needed for this digital transition.
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Founders | Michael Kleindl, Lars Brøndum Petersen, Sanyu Karani, Tomasz Mazuryk, Nacho Pinedo |
| Nº of Investments | 113 |
| Nº of Exits | 8 |
| Program Type | Online |
As a venture capital fund manager, AXIS Participaciones Empresariales stimulates the creation of new funds dedicated to investing in Spanish companies. They channel both public and private capital to strengthen Spain's startup landscape and drive innovation.
| Year Founded | 1986 |
| Founders | — |
| Nº of Investments | 18 |
| Nº of Exits | 3 |
Pioneering the company builder model in Spain, Sonar Ventures launches internet businesses from the ground up. They focus on providing the foundational support necessary for these new ventures to achieve sustainable growth.
| Year Founded | 2012 |
| Founders | Alvaro Cuesta, Lucas Cervera |
| Nº of Investments | 2 |
| Nº of Exits | 2 |
As Spain's first EdTech accelerator, SEK Lab supports globally-minded startups that are building new tools for education. Its integration with the SEK Educational Group gives founders direct access to industry experts and a unique environment for testing and scaling their products.
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Jose Luis Malaga Pescador, Felix Lopez Capel |
| Nº of Investments | 16 |
| Nº of Exits | 1 |
| Program Type | On-Site |
| Duration (Weeks) | 24 |
IMPACT EdTech provides European startups with equity-free funding and mentorship to transform educational technology ideas into market-ready products. They connect promising founders to a network of educational experts and partners, accelerating their growth and impact across the continent.
| Year Founded | — |
| Founders | — |
| Nº of Investments | 3 |
| Nº of Exits | 1 |
Operating as the corporate innovation platform for Acciona, I'MNOVATION advances the company's technical capabilities and internal R&D efforts. They focus on fostering new solutions in renewable technologies such as solar, hydro, and biomass.
| Year Founded | 1861 |
| Founders | — |
| Nº of Investments | 6 |
| Nº of Exits | 1 |
Eatable Adventures champions the next generation of food and ag-tech startups, helping them launch and scale within the global agri-food industry. They provide founders with the essential resources and corporate connections needed to bring their innovative solutions to market.
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Mila Valcárcel, José Luis Cabañero |
| Nº of Investments | 49 |
| Nº of Exits | — |
| Program Type | Online |
| Duration (Weeks) | 24 |
Repsol Foundation's Entrepreneurs' Fund accelerates startups with innovative technological solutions for the energy industry and advanced mobility. The program offers financial backing and expert mentorship to help these companies scale their impact on decarbonization and the circular economy.
| Year Founded | 1987 |
| Founders | — |
| Nº of Investments | 18 |
| Nº of Exits | — |
Ufounders runs an online incubator that helps entrepreneurs launch their startups from scratch. Their program focuses on investing in the founder over the idea, guiding them through business validation and acquiring their first customers.
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | Jaime García-Murillo, Francisco Bengochea, David Hernández, David Hernández |
| Nº of Investments | 1 |
| Nº of Exits | — |
| Program Type | Online |
BBVA Spark acts as a financial ally to high-impact technology companies, providing them with a full suite of banking services and growth financing solutions. They partner with entrepreneurs across the ecosystem, offering specialized financial products to help them scale their businesses.
| Year Founded | — |
| Founders | — |
| Nº of Investments | 27 |
| Nº of Exits | — |
5 Additional Madrid Accelerators and Incubators Worth Applying To
Our top picks are a great place to start, but they're far from the only options for founders in Madrid. The next group of programs includes some that have been supporting startups for over a decade.
You'll find accelerators focused on specific industries like gaming and sports tech, alongside more general ones. Here are the other programs helping founders build their companies in Madrid.