Projects

European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards

Europe’s most prestigious recognition for outstanding achievements in conservation, research, education and public engagement in the field of cultural heritage.

The Awards were launched by the European Commission and Europa Nostra in 2002. Each year, they recognise up to 30 outstanding achievements, among which up to five Grand Prix awards are presented, together with the Public Choice Award.

Five Areas of Excellence

Conservation and Adaptive Reuse

Projects focused on the protection, restoration and responsible adaptive reuse of cultural heritage and cultural landscapes.

Research

Innovative research producing tangible results for the protection, understanding and accessibility of cultural heritage.

Education, Training and Skills

Programmes dedicated to knowledge transfer, capacity building and the development of traditional and new heritage-related skills.

Citizens’ Engagement and Awareness-Raising

Projects that strengthen a sense of belonging, social cohesion, inclusion and civic responsibility.

Heritage Champions

Individuals and organisations whose work demonstrates exceptional dedication and long-lasting impact.