Neu-Isenburg and Veauche nominated for German-French Partnership Award
Neu-Isenburg and its French twin town Veauche were recently nominated for the first-ever German-French Partnership Prize. The awards ceremony took place in Paris, honouring outstanding cooperation between German and French communities. Though they did not win, both towns viewed the nomination as a significant achievement.
The event was held in the historic Salons de Boffrand in Paris, with 50 twinning partnerships in attendance. Gérard Larcher, President of the French Senate, served as patron of the awards. A jury evaluated entries based on civic, educational, cultural, and economic projects, with special emphasis on youth engagement and innovation.
Neu-Isenburg was represented by Mayor Dirk Gene Hagelstein and Günther Marx, chair of the town’s twinning association. Veauche sent Florent Tissot, president of its twinning group, along with deputy Arlette Manevy. The prize recognised communities showing long-term dedication to German-French relations. A total of 226 municipalities applied, competing in three categories: small towns, mid-sized cities, and major cities. The winners were Berlin and Lyon, selected for their exceptional cross-border initiatives.
While Neu-Isenburg and Veauche did not secure the award, their nomination highlighted their strong partnership. The ceremony celebrated ongoing efforts to strengthen ties between German and French towns. Both communities plan to continue their collaborative projects in the future.
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