Green Cities Europe proudly announces the three finalists for the Green Cities Europe Award 2025, honouring exceptional urban greening initiatives across the continent. Organized by the European Nurserystock Association (ENA) and the Green Cities Europe campaign, the award highlights pioneering projects that demonstrate the transformative power of green infrastructure.
From eight participating countries, Belgium, France and Poland (listed alphabetically) emerged as the top-rated entries following an in-depth evaluation by an international jury of experts.
© Isabelle PateerZuidpark in Antwerp, Belgium
The final ranking and the winner of the International Green Cities Europe Award 2025 – will be revealed on the 29th of January 2026 during an official ceremony at IPM Essen. As one of the world's leading horticultural trade fairs, IPM Essen brings together professionals, decision-makers and innovators to exchange insights on plant production, horticultural technology and strategies for greener, more resilient cities. This trade fair facilitates a relevant scenery to highlight the participating projects.
© Michiel de CleeneParc des Ateliers in Arles, France
This year's participating national projects are: Belgium (Zuidpark, Antwerp), Bulgaria (Gardens of the World, Municipality of Pazardzhik), France (Parc des Ateliers, Arles), Germany (Natural PikoParks, Berlin), Hungary (Dráva park, Budapest), Netherlands (Working Together / 'Samen aan de Slag', Leiden), Poland ("Burza" Action, Warsaw) and Sweden (Piet Oudolf Garden, Värnamo). For more information on each project, please take a look at https://award.thegreencities.eu/
An independent jury representing all participating countries assessed the submissions based on several key criteria, including quality and quantity of greenery, design excellence, environmental and economic impact, innovative use of materials, and reproducibility of the concept.
© Michał Szlaga"Burza" Action in Warsaw, Poland
Together, the projects illustrate a strong European commitment to nature-inclusive design. From revitalised squares and biodiverse park developments, to climate-adaptive neighbourhood transformations. The Green Cities Europe Award celebrates this ambition and encourages cities across Europe and beyond to expand their own green initiatives.
For more information:
Green Cities Europe
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