Maria 01: price, who can join and alternatives
Maria 01 is a startup campus in Helsinki that sells community membership, including a remote Digital tier. Members get investor network access, partner perks and members-only events, and the campus runs public events most weeks.
Maria 01 at a glance
| What | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | Startups with a scalable model, working MVP and runway | maria.io |
| Community size | 2,000+ founders, operators, investors and partners | maria.io |
| Where | Helsinki, Finland | maria.io |
| Fresh membership | 50€ per month incl. VAT, no registered company needed | maria.io |
| Digital membership | 100€ per month + VAT, remote community access | maria.io |
| Desk options | Flex desk 150€, fixed desk 200€ per month + VAT | maria.io |
| Investor access | 40+ VC funds, corporate VCs and family offices | maria.io |
| Upcoming event | Global Startup Ecosystem Mixer, 17 Nov 2026 | maria.io |
| How to join | Book a meeting with the membership team | maria.io |
Who it suits
- Startups with a working MVP and plans to grow internationally
- Founders landing in Helsinki
- Founders who want investor network access without a desk
Who it doesn't suit
- Local services businesses
- Ideas with no product yet who want the full tiers (Fresh is the entry point)
- Founders who want a free meetup only
Alternatives to Maria 01
| Community | Price | Entry rule |
|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam Founders Club | Event tickets start at €49 + VAT | Request an invitation; some events have revenue minimums |
| Baseline | Not published | Apply to join by email |
| France Digitale (Collectif Startup) | 500€ over 12 months (Collectif Startup) | Startups with fewer than 20 employees; join online |
| Helm (formerly The Supper Club) | £1,450 per annum (Club membership); £4,250 option with a Forum (period not stated) | Apply online, then a 30-minute fit call; £3m+ revenue or raised |
| Indie Hackers & Bootstrappers Vienna | Not published | Luma registration with host approval |
| Indie Hackers Lille | Free | Open; register on Luma |
| IndieBeers Lisboa | Not published | Open; attend a meetup to join the WhatsApp group |
| IndieBeers London | Not published | Open; RSVP on Meetup |
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Questions about Maria 01
- Can I join Maria 01 without a desk?
- Yes. The Digital membership is 100€ per month plus VAT and gives remote community, investor network and members-only event access.
- Do I need a registered company?
- Not for the Fresh membership at 50€ per month including VAT.
- Who qualifies for full membership?
- Startups with a scalable model, a working MVP and enough runway, according to Maria 01.
- Are there public events?
- Yes. The site lists public events in Nov 2026, including the Global Startup Ecosystem Mixer on 17 Nov 2026.
- Website
- maria.io
- Price
- From 50€ per month incl. VAT (Fresh); 100€ per month + VAT (Digital)
- Entry rule
- Book a meeting to confirm fit; startups need a scalable model, MVP and runway
- Format
- Startup campus and community, Helsinki, Finland; digital membership option
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Maria 01 isn't connected to Remote Builders. Prices and entry rules change, so check maria.io before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us in the members' chat.