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The Belleuropa Award was created by leading environmental figure Giuseppe NATTA. The award is intended to recognize the value of carefully managed natural habitats and their managers’ efforts in improving the rural landscape and enhancing biodiversity. It promotes sustainable business models based around the creation of new kinds of rural tourism, the promotion of regional or traditional low-impact products, or by harnessing the environmental and historical assets of the territory. 

Each year, the Belleuropa Award honours a member of the Wildlife Estates Label Network for the exceptional work that they have undertaken in maintaining, protecting, and improving Biodiversity.

Belleuropa Award Celebrates Sweden’s Ericsberg Castle for Heritage-Driven Sustainability

The winner of the 2025 Belleuropa Award is Ericsberg Castle, a historic estate nestled in Sweden’s Södermanland region. With roots reaching back to the 17th century, Ericsberg stands as a remarkable example of how tradition and innovation can thrive together.

Today, the estate is recognized as a model of sustainability, where deep respect for nature, culture, and community guides every aspect of its management. From forestry and renewable energy to tourism and local engagement, its operations reflect a thoughtful balance between environmental awareness and economic vitality.

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Previous winners

2025SwedenEricsberg CastleLink
2024BelgiumThe MOHA Quarry, operated by Carmeuse SALink
2022GermanyGünther Graf von derschulenburg / forestry business in KaiserwinkelLink
2022GermanyGünther Graf von derschulenburg / forestry business in KaiserwinkelLink
2019ItalyVal Belviso
2018SpainLa Ronca
2017The NetherlandsDe Hoge Veluwe National ParkLink
2016GermanyLand- und Forstbetrieb RixdorfLink
2015FranceLe Bois Landry EstateLink
2014BelgiumDomain de GrauxLink
2013PolandBabinek Estate

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