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09 April 2026
European Commission Launches 2027 Capitals of Tourism Competition
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09 April 2026
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Discover the future of European tourism by joining the European Capitals of Smart Tourism 2027 competition! Dive into transformative strategies that are reshaping how we explore and experience the continent.
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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
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Academic / Research and VET Institutions
Destination Management & Marketing Organisations
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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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Education tourism
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Festival tourism
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Gastronomy tourism
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Health and medical tourism
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MICE tourism
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Mountain tourism
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Religious tourism
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Rural tourism
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Sports tourism
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Urban/city tourism
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Wellness tourism
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Transition Pathway Strategic Areas
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Best practices, peer learning and networking
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Digitalisation of tourism SMEs and destinations
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Governance of tourism destinations
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Tourism strategies
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Business activities
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Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism
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The European Capitals of Smart Tourism 2027 competition is a dynamic initiative inviting cities across Europe to showcase innovative, sustainable, and inclusive tourism practices. This exciting call to action, launched by the European Commission, aims to engage and inspire municipalities to redefine tourism experiences, making them smarter and more accessible.
Participating cities will have the opportunity to become leaders in pioneering tourism excellence, benefiting from increased visibility and support for their efforts in driving economic growth through tourism. The deadline for this remarkable opportunity is fast approaching, so don't miss out!
For more information, follow this post and join the journey to redefine tourism in Europe.
#European Capitals of Tourism #Sustainable tourism #Smart tourism #Sustainable destinations #Destination management
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