The CNVVF at the Mayors' Fair: Supporting Local Communities in Their Transitions
The team from the National Council of Villes et Villages Fleuris CNVVF) was present at the Mayors and Local Governments Expo, the must-attend annual event for local government stakeholders. A place for discussion and inspiration. As a key partner for elected officials and local governments, the CNVVF is committed to supporting municipalities through their transitions. The Expo […]
2024 Awards: Discover the certified municipalities and the national award winners!
We are proud to unveil our 2024 list of winners! This year, the 71 experts on our national jury evaluated 110 municipalities to identify and recognize those that place green spaces at the heart of their development. Our list highlights local governments committed to a greener, more sustainable future, and regions […]
Expert Insights
Want to get a behind-the-scenes look at the judging process forVilles et Villages Fleuris ? The CNVVF’s 4-Flower award is granted by a national jury, whose inspection tours began several weeks ago. But for the 1- to 3-Flower awards, it’s the departmental and regional juries that visit […]
Ocean and Coastal Protection: Solutions from Our Certified Municipalities
Located on the Aquitaine coast, the town of Mimizan is taking steps to promote sustainable development, with a particular focus on preserving its 10 kilometers of coastline. In honor of World Oceans Day, here’s a look at some of the initiatives the town has implemented to protect this particularly […]
Environment: Our certified municipalities are committed to making a difference every day!
World Environment Day gives us the opportunity to highlight one of our certified municipalities, which serves as a model for environmental conservation! Since 2019, the city of Nîmes has implemented a differentiated management approach for its green spaces to determine the level of maintenance required based on their location and […]
The Permit to Plant
You may have a driver’s license, but do you have a “greening license”? Launched by the City of Vichy’s Parks and Recreation Department, this license offers residents, business owners, and organizations the opportunity to actively participate in greening their local environment. Issued in document form, the license offers a […]
National Tree Award
“We shouldn’t feel like we own a tree, but rather that we’re responsible for it.” With these words, Georges Fetermen, President of the A.R.B.R.E.S. association, presented Florence Karras with the “Remarkable Tree of France” designation for her magnificent Caucasian walnut tree located in the heart of the Domaine de Fresnoy, alongside our Vice President, Daniel Level.This distinction […]
Landscape Management: An Ecological and Sustainable Approach Is Now Essential!
The city of Courbevoie, which has been recognized with several “Fleur d’Or” awards from the CNVVF, is implementing an environmental policy that promotes harmony between nature and urban development. This strategy is based on concrete initiatives aimed at enhancing urban biodiversity and providing recreational spaces for its residents. Among its flagship projects is the Jardin […]
Protecting biodiversity: a key challenge for ensuring a better quality of life in municipalities
Today, more than ever, biodiversity is at the heart of our efforts. Municipalities are committed to preserving local ecosystems. Through initiatives such as the creation of protected green spaces, improved water management, and the development of green spaces within urban areas, our certified municipalities are actively contributing […]
Quotes from Labeled Individuals
Local sourcing isn’t just about food! Tarbes, a town awarded the “4 Fleurs” certification by the CNVVF, is a concrete example of how cities can incorporate nature to improve their residents’ quality of life while respecting the environment. All the plants and flowers that adorn Tarbes City Hall […]