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The European Heritage Awards/ Europa Nostra Awards

highlight some Europe’s best achievements in heritage care, and showcase remarkable efforts made in
raising awareness about our cultural heritage.The prize consists of two award levels; a Grand Prix of
€10,000 (awarded to up to seven entries), and an award, presented to up to 30 entries. There is also
a Public Choice Award winner, chosen by an online poll conducted by Europa Nostra. The aim of the
initiative is to promote and reward success and altruism in the field of cultural heritage. The Heritage
Prize’s greatest impact, according to a 2013 study, is to highlight examples of successes in the sector and
raise awareness of best practices across Europe.

HEREIN is a European Cultural Heritage Information Network

it developed within the Council of Europe which brings together European public administrations in charge
of national cultural heritage policies and strategies to form a unique cooperation network in the domain of
Cultural Heritage.

2.4 EU Heritage - BEST PRACTICES

Best Practice n.1

The city of Nantes releases an annual Accessibility Guide that is available in both digital and printed for-
mats, and not only this – it is also rentable as a touchable relief booklet and as an audio guide (which leads
to less waste production whilst still allowing tourists to choose an analogue way of guidance). Updated
every year, its goal is to provide people with disabilities with the information they need to plan their trip in
advance, in order to give them the best possible experience. This for example, includes information about
the equipment needed or given on site to save time after arrival. Download the accessibility guide