The treaty that formally marked the end of the Napoleonic Wars was the Treaty of Paris, signed in 1814. This treaty was a result of the coalition forces' victory over Napoleon Bonaparte, leading to his first abdication and exile to the island of Elba. The treaty sought to restore the balance of power in Europe and included terms that shaped the geopolitical landscape for years to come. It established the Congress of Vienna, where the great powers discussed the reorganization of Europe and the future stability of the continent. The Treaty of Paris ended nearly two decades of conflict and redrew national boundaries, impacting European history significantly.