The European Central Bank presented two candidate themes for the new look of euro banknotes in Frankfurt on Thursday, July 23, inviting the general public to vote to choose between a proposal devoted to European cultural figures and another focused on nature and birds.
Leonardo da Vinci and Bertha von Suttner as the headliners
Within the cultural theme, the highest denominations would feature two iconic figures of European thought: Leonardo da Vinci on the 100-euro note, and Bertha von Suttner, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, on the 200-euro note. The alternative theme, focused on nature, offers a series of banknotes dedicated to European birds, including the 10-euro note.
This public consultation is a step in the long process that must lead to the final selection of the new banknote design, before the launch of the technical steps necessary for their production.
Entry into service is planned for the end of 2026.
According to the European Central Bank, the new banknotes should enter circulation from the end of 2026, with the aim of renewing the appearance of the single currency while maintaining a strong link with the values shared by Europe, both its rich cultural heritage and the natural environment which unites all member countries.
The public vote is part of a tradition of citizen consultation already used in previous developments in the design of European banknotes, with the ECB seeking to involve Europeans in the symbolic choices that accompany their common currency.
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