Welcome to GEN Europe

We are the European ecovillage network. We empower, connect and inspire communities and individuals to live well together within planetary boundaries.

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Pictured: Ecovillage Torri Superiore

What is an ecovillage?

Ecovillages come in all shapes and sizes, from traditional villages using age-old techniques, to modern settlements built with the latest in ecological innovations.

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Pictured: Ecovillage Arterra Bizimodu

Develop and grow your ecovillage

Get support, ideas and training to help your community thrive by becoming a member of our network

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Discover ecovillages with GEN Europe

Living a meaningful life while caring for the world around us can feel overwhelming. But did you know that all over the world, ecovillages are implementing practical local solutions to global problems? GEN Europe is the European ecovillage ne...

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Join the Ecoprise Course!

February 5, 2026February 11, 2026

Learn to Build a Thriving Sustainable Business. The Ecoprise Consortium is thrilled to announce the 2nd Round of the Ecoprise…

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Tickets are on Sale for the European Ecovillage Gathering!

February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

The wait is over! Tickets are now on sale for the European Ecovillage Gathering, taking place July 13-18, 2026 in…

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Open Call for Tech and Crafts & EXPO exhibitions

February 3, 2026February 9, 2026

We are thrilled to announce the open call for the EXPO and for TECH & CRAFTS workshops for this year’s…

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