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The European Commission has launched the 2027 European Capitals of Tourism competitions. The applications are open until 12 June 2026.

Here's everything you need to know to submit a successful application!

Today, the European Commission launches the 2027 edition of the European Capitals of Tourism competition.

During SXSW 2026, the City of Tampere and Visit Tampere took part in the “Sauna like a Finn” event, offering media representatives, content creators, and industry professionals a chance to unwind in the middle of busy days.

Today, Dubrovnik held the official launch ceremony marking its year as the 2026 European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism.

The city of Tampere officially launched its year as the 2026 European Capital of Smart Tourism, celebrating with a high-level opening ceremony and an unveiling of a smart tourism hashtag sculpture in the city centre.

Tampere (Finland) and Dubrovnik (Croatia) are the latest destinations to receive the European Capital and Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2026 titles.

Tampere (Finland) and Dubrovnik (Croatia), this year's European Capital and Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism, will represent the titles at ITB Berlin from 3-5 March. Check out the smart tourism programme at the event below.

2026 European Capital & Green Pioneer take to the stage at this year's European Tourism Day in Brussels.

Torino (Italy), the 2025 European Capital of Smart Tourism, held a smart tourism workshop focusing on the real-life challenges and opportunities faced by destinations across Europe.