Abstract: The invention relates to a photovoltaic module comprising a first and a second cover layer, an arrangement situated between these of photovoltaic cells which are connected via cell connectors and also an edge seal of the cover layers which extends around the photovoltaic module. The module according to the invention thereby makes possible minimization of the mechanical stresses, e.g. due to different coefficients of thermal expansion, of the photovoltaic cells. Likewise, a method for production of the photovoltaic modules according to the invention is provided.