DiscoverEU is an action of the Erasmus+ programme that gives you the opportunity to discover Europe through learning experiences. Travelling predominantly by rail (there are exceptions to allow those living on islands or in remote areas), you will discover Europe’s stunning landscapes and its variety of cities and towns. You can apply during the two application rounds which take place each year. Successful applicants are awarded with a travel pass.
As an 18-year-old resident of the European Union or of one of the third countries associated to the Erasmus+ Programme like Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia and Turkey, DiscoverEU offers you the opportunity to participate in a travel experience that will enable you to explore Europe’s diversity, learn about its cultural heritage and history, and connect with people from all over the continent. Furthermore, DiscoverEU enables you, as a young person, to develop life skills of value to your future, such as independence, confidence, and openness to other cultures.
As of the first application round of 2022, the selected participants will receive a DiscoverEU discount card with discounts on cultural visits, learning activities, sports, local transportation, accommodation, food etc.
Yes you can! It really is up to you. You can go solo or add up to 4 friends in your group provided they meet the eligibility conditions above. They will use your application code to submit their own application.
You can also combine travel plans with other DiscoverEU travellers! The DiscoverEU Facebook Group is a good platform to do this. Join the Group now to chat with other participants.
Once you are selected, the Erasmus+ National Agencies will help you connect and learn, with the organisation of pre-departure meetings and travellers Meet-ups.
Find out more at: https://europa.eu/youth/discovereu_en?fbclid=IwAR3UknbSUpwufZdYASkOhq7Za5MdVCxL-HfB-HHuTm0Dpa3ysu4szdQljno
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Hi,
This is such an interesting thing, the fact that DiscoverEu gives you the opportunity to travel (even with friends if you want) is amazing.You get the chance to see the cultural heritage and history of the countries and it gives you the chance to develop life skills of value for your future, such as independence, confidence, and openness to other cultures. As we all know such an experience can open your mind.
Hi,
Such an amazing project! I haven’t heard about it so far. 🙂
The development of life skills especially sounds very beneficial for applicants.
Thank you for this contribution.