The European Commission has launched the European Capital of Smart Tourism to recognise outstanding achievements in smart, innovative, sustainable and inclusive tourism by European cities.
Two European cities that demonstrate innovation, creativity and excellence in four categories – accessibility, sustainability, digitalisation, cultural heritage and creativity – will be awarded the title of European Capital of Smart Tourism 2019.
Winners of the European Capital of Smart Tourism 2019 will receive expert communication and branding support for a year, a marketing video, a purpose-built sculpture for their city centre, and tailor-made promotional actions.
In addition, four European cities will receive thematic European Smart Tourism Awards for their outstanding achievements in the categories listed above.
The awarded achievements will be presented in a special exhibition on 7 November 2018, organised on the European Tourism Day.
