Huglfing: Bavaria's village wins the European competition with 90 percent!

Huglfing: Bavaria's village wins the European competition with 90 percent!

The tranquil community of Huglfing in the Weilheim-Schongau district has achieved milestone success. The place was named the “most beautiful village in Europe” at the prestigious European competition organized by the “Entente Florale Europe” association. It now officially holds this title, and with a bang, because Huglfing was the first municipality in the competition's 50-year history to achieve more than 90 percent of the possible points. That's what she reported Augsburger Allgemeine.

The residents of Huglfing are overjoyed and set off for the award ceremony in Slovenia in traditional costume and accompanied by brass music. There they received the “Award of Excellence” and the Gold plus medal, which is the highest honor ever awarded in this form. The jury particularly emphasized the civic engagement of the almost 2,900 residents and acknowledged the numerous sustainable projects that the village has launched.

Community and Innovation: A Recipe for Success

What makes Huglfing so special? The evaluation took into account aspects such as the harmonious integration of tradition and innovation. The jury praised the public spaces that are regularly used for local festivals and events and the variety of art exhibitions that take place in the community. The projects for renewable energies and the protection of old trees were also specifically highlighted. The focus on intergenerational site design and the establishment of a new adventure playground for children were also very well received Bavarian Radio.

With the commitment of the citizens, which is strong and reflected in voluntary work, Huglfing has impressively proven that a lively village community is the key to sustainable success. Mayor Markus Huber not only expressed surprise at the rapid placement, but also emphasized the importance of the citizens' voluntary work for the village. “The heart beats for our Huglfing!”, you could say.

Of tradition and future

The award didn't just bring Huglfing into the spotlight. Other places, especially in rural areas, also face challenges and opportunities associated with such honors. As in a report by Rosa Luxemburg Foundation As described, projects for sustainable village development and the involvement of the population play a key role. The successful implementation of these ideas can be a model for other communities.

Huglfing looks back on this special moment with pride and shows that tradition does not have to be in contradiction to innovation. The community spirit of the residents and their active participation are the foundation on which the “most beautiful village in Europe” is built. The gold medal is not only an award, but also an incentive for the future. Huglfing remains on the right track and the locals can look forward to many more successes!