Winning cities - European Green Capital & European Green Leaf Awards

As the European Green Capital 2026, Guimarães exemplifies how sustainability can be deeply embedded into the fabric of a community. With its residents, national partnerships, and European collaborations, the city is forging a greener, brighter future for all.

The Lithuanian capital was elected as European Green Capital 2025 for its strong commitment to sustainability while having a realistic and down to earth approach.

As a European Green Leaf winner for 2026, Águeda demonstrates how a city can seamlessly blend economic growth, cultural vitality and environmental stewardship to create a vibrant, sustainable future for its residents and beyond.

Recognised for its exemplary integration of energy use into education activities, Vaasa empowers its young citizens with the tools and knowledge to contribute to a sustainable future. As a European Green Leaf winner for 2026, Vaasa is a strong example of how innovation, collaboration and a deep resp

With a population of almost 94,000 inhabitants, Treviso is a vibrant city, now recognised as sustainable example among small European cities.

Viladecans is approaching environmental commitment through a multi-level approach in a very convincing and joyful way and is focusing its whole strategy for their year as European Green Leaf winner on two main pillars: the ecological transition and promotion of a healthy lifestyle.

Valongo is located in the North of Portugal, District of Porto and is part of the Metropolitan Area of Porto.