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How green are European cities? Green space key to well-being – but access varies

News Published 01 Feb 2022 Last modified 07 Feb 2023

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Photo: © Antonio Farto, Climate Change PIX /EEA

High-quality green and blue spaces in cities, like parks, allotments, riverbanks and coastlines, are crucial for health and well-being, in particular for the elderly, children and people on low incomes. However, a European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing, published today, shows that access is not equal.