The 2024 Access City Award is organised by the European Commission in partnership with the European Disability Forum.

This edition will have a special mention for cities whose work on accessibility is aligned with the values of the New European Bauhaus: sustainability, aesthetics, and inclusiveness.

Who can apply?

The Access City Award is open to

• all EU cities of over 50 000 inhabitants
• urban areas composed of two or more towns with a combined population of over 50 000 inhabitants, if they are in EU countries with fewer than 2 cities with over 50 000 inhabitants

Why apply?

• Participating in the Award is an opportunity to gain European recognition and a unique chance to review the current situation in your city.
• It also allows you to share experiences with other European cities, helping you to become an even better city to live and visit.

Awards

Winning cities receive a financial prize:

• 1st prize:  €150 000
• 2nd prize: €120 000
• 3rd prize:  €80 000

Special award

This year, the European Commission also intends to award a ‘New European Bauhaus’ special mention to a city whose work on accessibility is aligned with the values of the New European Bauhaus: sustainability, aesthetics, and inclusiveness.

Find out more and prepare your application now.