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36th Memorial Maria Luisa International Mountain, Nature and Adventure Contest 2026

The Memorial Maria Luisa is one of Europe's leading mountain, nature, and adventure photo and video competitions, named after Spanish mountaineer Maria Luisa Alvarez Garcia. In its 36th year, the 2026 cycle drew 18,059 photos and 182 films from 1,450 photographers in 78 countries. Overall winner receives EUR 4,000, a trophy, a portfolio book, and invitations to the awards gala in Asturias on 24-25 April 2026.

AI banned
Deadline
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Entry fee
First photograph free; subsequent images EUR 22 (single payment covers all categories); free for novice photographers under 19
Results
April 24, 2026
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Authenticity policy

AI policy

Alterations or manipulations of the image or even of part/s of the image, which imply that the photograph shows a different reality from the photographed reality will not be permitted.

RAW files

Not specified

Editing rules

Permitted adjustments mirror traditional digital developing: white balance, exposure, levels, contrast, colour saturation, focusing, vignetting removal, dust cleaning, slight cropping. The 'different reality' clause structurally excludes AI generation and significant content alteration even though AI is not separately named.

Verified on June 12, 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does 36th Memorial Maria Luisa International Mountain, Nature and Adventure Contest 2026 allow AI-generated images?
No. 36th Memorial Maria Luisa International Mountain, Nature and Adventure Contest 2026 does not permit AI-generated images in its competition entries.
How much does it cost to enter 36th Memorial Maria Luisa International Mountain, Nature and Adventure Contest 2026?
First photograph free; subsequent images EUR 22 (single payment covers all categories); free for novice photographers under 19
When are the 36th Memorial Maria Luisa International Mountain, Nature and Adventure Contest 2026 results announced?
36th Memorial Maria Luisa International Mountain, Nature and Adventure Contest 2026 announces its results on April 24, 2026.

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