Grand Monument Award (Foundation of the German Castles Association)

Great Monument Award of the Foundation of the German Castles Association is a nationwide accolade in the fields of building and monument preservation, culture, infrastructure & urban development, as well as culture & media. Each year, the foundation’s board honors outstanding achievements in the preservation and care of historic castle, palace, and manor house ensembles and recognizes exemplary personal commitment with a funded prize of €10,000. This recognition honors individuals who, through their tireless dedication, provide impetus for monument preservation and sustainably protect the built cultural heritage. The jury particularly evaluates the level of exemplary commitment and the effectiveness of measures for the long-term preservation of the structures.

The award is aimed at private individuals and solo actors who have devoted themselves voluntarily and with great personal dedication to monument preservation. A prerequisite for participation is a convincing commitment to the built cultural heritage, which is demonstrated through projects or ongoing initiatives. As one of the highest endowed awards in monument preservation, the Great Monument Award not only conveys financial recognition but also public attention for innovative monument care and the preservation of cultural identity. Interested individuals can learn about the foundation’s objectives and criteria and thus understand how outstanding efforts in protecting historic buildings are honored.