A tribute to the art of wildlife filmmaking
The European Wildlife Film Awards honor the people behind the camera
Nature films are fascinating. They inspire us and convey knowledge about wild animals and their habitats in an entertaining way.
This competition honors the work of wildlife filmmakers and brings Europe's nature to the big screen.
The European Wildlife Film Awards include the highest endowed wildlife film award on the continent, presented by the German Wildlife Foundation.
Bringing Europe's natural diversity to the spotlight
When it comes to wildlife films, many people might think of elephants, polar bears or koalas, images from distant regions of the world. What they might not realize: The wildlife right on our doorstep is at least as fascinating. Colorful dragonflies in the moor, garden dormice on a nocturnal foray, the hidden life in the meadow - wildlife films also make even tiny, hidden natural wonders visible.
The European Wildlife Film Awards draw attention to local wildlife in Europe.
The competition is open to any documentary that focuses on European wildlife, nature-, and/or environmental themes.
Dates and Program
The program with all screenings and ticketing you will find HERE starting fall 2024
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March 1, 2024:
Start film submission period
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May 31, 2024:
End of the submission period
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November 2024
Nominations will be announced
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February 15, 2025:
EWFA Award Ceremony in Hamburg HafenCity
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February 2025 to February 2026:
All selected films will be screened in the Embassy of Wildlife Theatre throughout the year. Each one gets its very own event!