Europe (Washington Insider Magazine) – The European Commission has announced the four finalists for the 2025 Access City Award, recognizing Borås (Sweden), Cartagena (Spain), Nuremberg (Germany), and Vienna (Austria) for their commitment to urban accessibility for persons with disabilities.
Commitment to Inclusive Urban Spaces
These cities have demonstrated excellence in:
✔️ accessible built environments—improving roads, parks, and buildings.
✔️ Public transport accessibility—ensuring inclusive mobility.
✔️ Digital & communication accessibility—enhancing online services and information.
European Commissioner for Equality, Helena Dalli, emphasized:
“Cities must be accessible for persons with disabilities to fully participate in society. Accessibility is a cornerstone of inclusion, benefiting over 100 million EU citizens with disabilities.”
2025 Access City Award Ceremony
🏆 Winners announced: November 29, 2024
📍 Event: European Day of Persons with Disabilities conference
📺 Live-streamed with international sign interpretation & captions
Special Focus on Accessible Sports Infrastructure
Aligned with the 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Games, a Special Mention will be awarded for Accessible Sports Infrastructure, recognizing cities that promote inclusive sports facilities.
About the Access City Award
Since 2010, this award has celebrated cities prioritizing accessibility. It is part of the EU Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030, aiming for a Europe without barriers.
🏆 Past winners:
2024: San Cristóbal de La Laguna (Spain)
2023: Skellefteå (Sweden)
2022: Luxembourg City (Luxembourg)
