#DiscoverEU _ All you need to know
DiscoverEU is an action of the Erasmus+ programme (2021-2027). It aims at offering young people aged 18 years old a travel experience that will foster their sense of belonging to the European Union, allow them to explore the diversity of Europe, its cultural heritage and history, connect with people from all over the continent and ultimately discover themselves.
In spring 2023, the European Commission and the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA), are going to select at least 35 000 young people meeting the eligibility criteria described below. Young people can apply on the European Youth Portal. The application period will be open from Wednesday 15 March 2023 at 12:00:00 (midday Brussels time) to Wednesday 29 March 2023 at 12:00:00 (midday Brussels time).
The European Commission and EACEA will provide the awarded young people with travel passes to explore Europe between 15 June 2023 and 30 September 2024 for a maximum period of one month. Awarded applicants will, as a basic rule, travel by rail. However, in order to ensure the widest possible access, the project offers alternative transport modes as ferries and coaches when necessary and takes into account environmental, time and distance considerations.
In exceptional cases, and when no other transportation means are available, travel by plane will be permitted. This will ensure that young people living in remote areas or on islands also have a chance to take part in DiscoverEU.
The awarded participants will also be granted a European Youth Card (EYCA). This card will be available for activation in the dedicated DiscoverEU Travel App, accessible to participants after completing the booking process. The card is valid for 1 year after its activation and will grant young people discounts for visits and activities in culture, learning, nature, sports, local transportation, accommodation, food, etc.