Europa Nostra Awards

The European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards were launched in 2002 by the European Commission and have been run by Europa Nostra ever since. This year marks the 21st anniversary of Europe’s most prestigious Awards in the heritage field.

The Awards identify and promote best practices in the conservation and enhancement of tangible and intangible cultural heritage, stimulate the trans-frontier exchange of knowledge throughout Europe, increase public awareness and appreciation of Europe’s cultural heritage and encourage further excellent initiatives through the power of example.

The Awards honour up to 30 outstanding heritage achievements every year, including five Grand Prix awards. Each winner of a Grand Prix receives a monetary prize of €10.000. The Public Choice Award is presented to one of the award winners following an online vote.