The organizers
The German Commission for UNESCO launched the day of action in 2005 together with the German UNESCO World Heritage Sites association. Learn more about the day and the organizers.
7 June 2026
Together for Peace and Understanding
On 7 June 2026, UNESCO World Heritage Day will be celebrated under the theme “Together for Peace and Understanding.”
The German Commission for UNESCO and the Association of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany invite all 55 World Heritage Sites across Germany to take part in this nationwide day of action. Visitors can look forward to participatory activities, special guided tours, and a diverse programme including free tours, exhibitions, concerts, art projects, and hands-on activities for children and young people.
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National Opening Ceremony in Regensburg
In 2026, UNESCO World Heritage Day will be officially opened at the World Heritage site of the Old Town of Regensburg with Stadtamhof.
On 7 June 2026, UNESCO World Heritage Day will be celebrated under the theme “Together for Peace and Understanding.”
The German Commission for UNESCO and the Association of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany invite all 55 World Heritage Sites across Germany to take part in this nationwide day of action. Visitors can look forward to participatory activities, special guided tours, and a diverse programme including free tours, exhibitions, concerts, art projects, and hands-on activities for children and young people.
Theme 2026
Discover the ideas behind this year’s motto “Together for Peace and Understanding.” and learn how World Heritage can inspire dialogue, connection and shared responsibility.
National Opening Ceremony
In 2026, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Old Town of Regensburg with Stadtamhof will host the official national opening ceremony. Alongside the formal opening, visitors can look forward to a diverse and engaging programme that brings World Heritage to life.
Exploring 55 sites
From the Wadden Sea to Cologne Cathedral, the old beech forests to Augsburg's water management system - a total of 55 cultural and natural heritage sites in Germany belong to the UNESCO World Heritage.
Videos
Livestreams, video interviews and virtual walks make unknown places at World Heritage sites visible, provide exciting background information and invite you to digitally explore the World Heritage.
Experimenting
UNESCO World Heritage sites are unique places of learning. The UNESCO World Heritage Day invites everyone to get to know the World Heritage in a new way - with programmes especially for children, young people and adult World Heritage fans.