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The European Commission invites cities to compete for the 2026 European Capital of Smart Tourism title, showcasing innovative and sustainable tourism practices. Eligible cities must apply by 30 May 2025.
Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport
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Albania
Armenia
Austria
Belgium
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Estonia
EU-27
Finland
France
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Kosovo
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Moldova
Montenegro
Netherlands
North Macedonia
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Türkiye
Ukraine
Local Authorities
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Specific types of tourism
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Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism
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Cultural tourism
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Ecotourism
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Urban/city tourism
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Transition Pathway Strategic Areas
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Best practices, peer learning and networking
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Changes in tourism demand and opportunities
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Governance of tourism destinations
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Business activities
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Activities of amusement parks and theme parks
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Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism
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Air passenger transport
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Camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks and trailer parks
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Events catering and other food services
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Festivals, cultural and entertainment activities
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Gardens and nature reserves activities
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Holiday Housing / Apartments and other short stay accommodation
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Hotel and similar accommodation
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Mobile beverage services
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Mobile food services
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Museums
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Operation of historical sites
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Other
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Other accommodation
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Other amusement and recreation activities
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Other food and beverage services
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Other holiday reservation services
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Other tourism transportation activities
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Rail Passenger transport
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Recreational and sport activities
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Restaurants, cafes and bars (Food and Beverage serving activities)
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Road passenger transport
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Tour operator activities
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Travel agency activities
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Water (sea, coastal and inland) passenger transport
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The European Commission has launched the seventh edition of the European Capital of Smart Tourism competition, inviting cities across Europe to showcase their innovative and sustainable tourism practices in four categories: Accessibility, Digitalisation, Sustainability, and Creativity & Cultural Heritage. This initiative aims to promote innovation in tourism, enhance the attractiveness of cities, stimulate economic and job growth, and create opportunities for cooperation, the exchange of best practices, and the formation of new partnerships. Cities with over 100,000 residents located in EU Member States or non-EU countries participating in the Single Market Programme are encouraged to apply by 30 May 2025. For further details, please refer to the link provided on the left-hand side of this platform.
#Destination management #Smart tourism #Innovation in tourism #Sustainable tourism
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