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Making Europe a Wilder Place

A wilder Europe for nature and people

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JUAN CARLOS MUÑOZ

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Rewilding loan drives nature-based tourism growth in the Greater Côa Valley

March 9, 2026
A 40,000-euro loan from Rewilding Europe Capital will support the expansion of nature-based tourism company Ambieduca in Portugal's Greater Côa Valley. By enabling the renovation of new visitor accommodation, the investment will contribute to the region's flourishing nature-based economy.
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Scottish rewilding lodge joins the European Rewilding Network

February 26, 2026
Located in the Scottish Highlands, Ballintean Mountain Lodge has given nature the space and freedom to recover for three decades, demonstrating the transformative power of rewilding. Complemented by a strong commitment to communication and knowledge exchange, the lodge now brings inspiration, insight, and long-standing expertise to the network.
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The rise of Lake Kartal: a wetland rewilding showcase

February 17, 2026
In the Ukrainian part of the Danube Delta, rewilding efforts have reconnected the life-giving waters of the River Danube with Lake Kartal. The lake's rapid comeback — and the growing benefits this is delivering to nature and local communities — shows how powerful wetland restoration can be.
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‘I’m drawn to images that capture coexistence, resilience, and real impact.’

February 19, 2026
Submissions for the Rewilding Europe Award in this year's European Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition are eligible until 1 March. With the deadline approaching, Berlin-based photographer Jon A. Juárez — who will act as one of this year's judges — shares his thoughts on what makes a prize-winning rewilding image.
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‘I’m looking for photographs that dive below the surface and truly tell a story.’

February 13, 2026
Submissions for the Rewilding Europe Award in this year's European Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition are eligible until March 1. With the deadline approaching, Munich-based photographer Viktoria Pezzei — who will act as one of this year's judges — shares her views on what makes a powerful rewilding image.
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Why 2026 matters for rewilding in Europe: building solidarity for nature recovery

January 8, 2026
Frans Schepers, CEO of Rewilding Europe, looks ahead to 2026 and explains why uniting behind a shared rewilding vision for our continent is more important than ever.
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EXPLORE OUR REWILDING LANDSCAPES

We are selecting large pioneering areas in Europe, where we are working with our local partners to make our vision a reality.
We hope this provides inspiration for hundreds of other rewilding initiatives, all across the continent.

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Travel to our rewilding landscapes

Our new tourism booking platform Wilder Places gives nature lovers the opportunity to witness the rebirth of nature first-hand. By choosing to visit a rewilding destination, you help nature heal while directly supporting local communities. Join us on a rewilding journey!

Online premiere: The healing power of nature

“The Danube Delta and the Healing Power of Nature” tells the story of how rewilding continues to support both nature and local communities in the Ukrainian Danube Delta, even in challenging times. Join us for the online premiere of our new short film on World Rewilding Day!

Rewilding Impact

From natural grazing to wildlife comeback, rewilding transforms landscapes, restores ecological processes, and fosters a wilder, more resilient continent. Explore the ideas and approaches behind the rewilding movement.

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