The Access City Award rewards EU cities prioritising accessibility for persons with disabilities.

Who can apply

All EU cities of over 50 000 inhabitants and 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.

Prizes

The winner and runners-up will receive a monetary prize:

• 1st place: EUR 150 000
• 2nd place: EUR 120 000
• 3rd place: EUR 80 000

Special award

This year, a Special Mention for Accessibility in Housing is awarded to a city that tackles the housing crisis while prioritising accessibility for people with disabilities.

Deadline: 9 September 2025, 23:59 CEST.

Find out more here.

Opportunity offered by: European Commission - European Disability Forum