Celebrating Danube Day 2025!

On June 29, 2025, International Danube Day was celebrated in some inspiring ways by project partners this year!

Food, art and culture on the Danube...

Austrian partner DANUBEPARKS was part of a fantastic initiative in Croatia organised by the Osijek-Baranja Citizen Science Hub. The event, organized by the Public Institution for Nature Protection of Osijek-Baranja County, was held at the picturesque Erdut Lookout, one of the most breathtaking sections of the Danube River.

Among the activities was a painting workshop held in cooperation with Erdut Winery, with the river itself providing the artistic motif. The workshop was led by academic painter Ena Gilih Mesarić and art historian Radmila Biondić who offered participants both expert guidance and artistic inspiration.

Photos courtesy of DANUBEPARKS

In addition to sampling premium local wines and culinary delicacies, participants engaged in educational activities focused on the Danube and the effects of climate change on riverine ecosystems. A guided nature walk was facilitated through the Erdut Tower, the "Stairs of Health," and the Porić Trail—all part of the 'Erdut Significant Landscape' protected area, managed by the host organisation.

This initiative was implemented within the ClimEmpower project and was supported by the Danube WILDisland Regional Ramsar Initiative through a Subgrant for practical pilot measures, Category RRI-2: "Awareness-raising events for the Danube WILDisland RRI" as well as by the DANUBE4all project. As part of the wider DANUBEPARKS network, this event exemplifies the organisation's mission to connect people with the Danube through culture, education, and conservation. By bringing together nature, art, and community, DANUBEPARKS aims to inspire lasting commitment to the protection of this unique and valuable river landscape.