The climax of the European Year of Cultural Heritage took place at the #EuropeForCulture closing conference. It was held in Vienna on 6-7 December, and was organised in collaboration with the Austrian Presidency of the Council of the EU and the European Commission. The conference showcased successful projects and discussed the legacy of the year. There was also a session addressing the importance of young people’s participation in preserving and taking responsibility for our cultural heritage.

Here are some other celebrations that took place to help finish the European Year of Cultural Heritage on a high note:

• Romania: a forum and closing event took place on 28-29 November and was hosted by the President of Romania.
• Finland: a closing ceremony took place on 28 November in the presence of heritage officials, experts, activists, researchers, members of NGO's and other stakeholders.
• Spain: the Minister of Culture and Sports closed the year in Alcalá de Henares, a world heritage city near Madrid, on 12 December.