Let's take action to create vibrant and sustainable communities!
On September 16 and 17, 2026, the National Council of Villes et Villages Fleuris elected officials, technical staff, experts, and stakeholders in the field of community living in Angers for the 19th edition of its National Conference.
Under the theme “Nature in Our Regions: We’re All Stakeholders!”, this year’s event will feature two days of discussions, testimonials, and lessons learned to support local governments as they tackle major environmental challenges.
🤝A highlight featuring discussions and the sharing of experiences
A must-attend event for municipalities committed to the sustainable improvement of their living environments, the 2026 National Conference will serve as a forum for dialogue, the sharing of experiences, and collective reflection.
Through lectures, roundtable discussions, testimonials, and field visits, the event will highlight concrete solutions to address the challenges facing these regions:
- Implement strategies at every level of the region
- Engage residents in greening initiatives in a sustainable way
- Use operational tools to organize and manage initiatives.
🌱 Nature at the Heart of Regional Development Projects
With the theme “Nature in Our Communities: We’re All Part of the Solution!,” this year’s event reaffirms a strong conviction: the ecological transition of municipalities depends on collective action.
Elected officials, technical staff, landscape architects, gardeners, local stakeholders, and residents all have a role to play in building more vibrant, resilient, and sustainable communities.
📍 Practical Information
The choice of Angers fits naturally with the spirit of these Rencontres. A leading destination for urban nature, the city will host the event at the Parc des Expositions as part of the Salon du Végétal.
- Dates: Wednesday, September 16, and Thursday, September 17, 2026
- Location: Parc des Expositions, Angers
- Audience: elected officials, department directors, urban environment specialists, and professionals in the fields of landscape architecture, urban planning, and tourism
- The program includes: plenary sessions, roundtable discussions, field visits, opportunities for discussion, and a professional networking area
- Registration: rencontresnationales.cnvvf.fr
The website also provides practical information, directions, and lodging options.
