Iron Age Danube Route Presented for Certification Renewal

The Iron Age Danube Route was under close review this week at the annual Governing Board meeting of the Enlarged Partial Agreement on Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe, held in Luxembourg from May 6–7 2025.

As one of the Cultural Routes certified by the Council of Europe, the Iron Age Danube Route underwent a regular evaluation to ensure it continued to meet the rigorous criteria for promoting European heritage, intercultural dialogue, and sustainable tourism. Representatives of the route were invited to present their progress, highlighting achievements across five priority areas, including cultural cooperation, youth education, and contemporary cultural practices.

The audition process included a 10-minute presentation followed by a Q&A session with delegates from 41 member states. Decisions regarding the renewal of certification will be communicated in June.

The Iron Age Danube Route connected archaeological sites, museums, and institutions across Central Europe, tracing the legacy of Iron Age communities along the Danube. Its inclusion in the Cultural Routes network reflected a commitment to cross-border collaboration and the shared cultural history of the region.