Thessaloniki gets ready for its metro launch in November
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
In April the Council of Europe certified five new routes showcasing the tangible and intangible heritage of the continent. Learn more about them
In the beginning of April, the Governing Board of the Enlarged Partial Agreement on Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe (EPA) has certified five new cultural routes to make a total of 38. The initiative, launched in 1987, showcases concrete tourist paths which take us on a journey to explore the heritage of various European cultures.
Beaches in Normandy, France
From southern England across the Channel to Normandy and northern France, through Belgium, the Netherlands and northern Germany to Berlin, the Liberation Route Europe links the regions along the front of the Western Allied forces in the final stages of the Second World War. Encompassing eight EU-countries, the network based on this route works also with the United States and Canada.
Abandoned industrial factory
The industrialisation of the Old continent is presented in the European Route of Industrial Heritage, which covers a spectacular number of sites: 1,800 located in 47 countries, with 100 anchor points, 18 regional and 16 thematic routes.
Notre-Dame-du-Haut by Le Corbusier, France
With Le Corbusier Destinations: Architectural Promenades route one wil be inspired with the work of the famous architect, urban planner and designer, whose reputation goes way beyond the boundaries of the continent. Currently, the network is present in Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland, Argentina and Japan.
Dospat lake, Bulgaria
And for the sports lover, the newest cycling route named the Iron Curtain Trial that connects the Barents Sea to the Black sea coast, more than 10,400 kilometres long across 20 countries shows the existing lines of division among the European states prior to the revolutions in 1989.
Door of the Wittenberg Castle Church, Germany
Finally, the European Routes of Reformation presents the European movement of reformation which connects sites, objects and intangible heritage from seven countries in Central Europe.
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
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The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe's transition to climate neutrality.
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
Apply by 10 November and do your part for the transformation of European public spaces
An interview with the Mayor of a Polish city that seeks to reinvent itself
An interview with the newly elected ICLEI President and Mayor of Malmö
A conversation with the Mayor of Lisbon about the spirit and dimensions of innovation present in the Portuguese capital