The Europe PrizeThe Europe Prize official web page
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Council of Europe The Council of Europe (CoE; , CdE) is an international organisation with the goal of upholding human rights, democracy and the Law in Europe, rule of law in Europe. Founded in 1949, it is Europe's oldest intergovernmental organisation, represe ...

. It is awarded each year to one or more towns or municipalities that have made exceptional efforts to spread the ideal of European unity. Winning cities demonstrate their commitment to European ideals through twinnings, European-themed events, exchanges and visits.

The Europe Prize award system

Three other awards - the European Diploma, the Flag of Honour and the Plaque of Honour - form part of the Europe Prize system, allowing towns to progress through various levels before applying for the top award, the Europe Prize itsel

Winning cities

References

{{Authority control European awards Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe Awards established in 1955