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Discovering Copenhagen: Earn Rewards for Eco-Friendly Exploration

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14 August 2025

Discovering Copenhagen: Earn Rewards for Eco-Friendly Exploration

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Man cycling through a city of Copenhagen

Copenhagen's innovative CopenPay program rewards tourists for eco-friendly practices, paving the way for sustainable travel experiences in the city.

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Denmark

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Destination Management & Marketing Organisations

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  • Specific types of tourism

    • Ecotourism

    • Urban/city tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Governance of tourism destinations

    • Innovative tourism services

    • R&I on digital tools for tourism

    • Tourism strategies

  • Business activities

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The CopenPay program in Copenhagen is revolutionizing the tourism experience by incentivizing visitors to partake in eco-friendly actions. By opting for sustainable modes of transport such as biking and using public transportation, or engaging in litter collection, tourists are rewarded with free or discounted access to attractions like museums and boat tours. This initiative, inspired by a desire to render tourism more sustainable, relies on the honesty of participants to validate their eco-friendly actions. The city has witnessed overwhelming positive feedback from both tourists and locals, highlighting its potential as a model for sustainable tourism worldwide. By encouraging lasting eco-conscious habits, CopenPay is not only enhancing the tourist experience but also fostering a larger movement toward global sustainability.

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#Sustainable tourism #Responsible travel #Climate-friendly tourism practices #Public transportation

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