Ready to explore Europe with a backpack, a train pass, and endless memories waiting ahead? 🎒✨
DiscoverEU is a European Union initiative that gives 18-year-olds the chance to travel across Europe for free! 🇪🇺🚄
It’s not just a trip — it’s an adventure of self-discovery, friendship, and freedom! 🌍💫
🌟 The Mission
DiscoverEU helps young Europeans experience what it truly means to be part of a united Europe. 🇪🇺🤝
Its main goals are to:
🌎 Encourage intercultural learning and European identity
🚆 Promote sustainable, green travel
💬 Support inclusion and equal opportunities
💫 Inspire young people to explore, learn, and connect
Because sometimes, the best classroom is the world itself! 🎓🌍
🎫 What Does It Offer?
DiscoverEU gives selected participants a free travel pass (mainly by train) to explore Europe for up to 30 days! ✨
You can travel solo or with a group of up to 5 friends. 👭👫
Along the journey, you can:
🗺️ Visit iconic cities and hidden gems
🤝 Meet other DiscoverEU travelers
🎨 Join youth events, cultural festivals, and meetups
📸 Capture memories that will last a lifetime
🌍 Where Can You Go?
Anywhere in the EU and Erasmus+ Programme countries! 🇪🇺
🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇪🇸 Spain 🇮🇹 Italy 🇬🇷 Greece 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇵🇱 Poland 🇭🇺 Hungary 🇹🇷 Türkiye and many more! 🌍✨
From the beaches of the Mediterranean to the castles of Central Europe — the entire continent is your playground! 🗺️💫
💙 Who Can Apply?
To join DiscoverEU, you must:
✅ Be 18 years old at the time of application
✅ Be a citizen or legal resident of an EU or Erasmus+ Programme country
✅ Be ready for an unforgettable adventure! 🚆💫
Applications open twice a year — usually in spring and autumn. 🍃☀️
💰 What’s Covered?
DiscoverEU covers your travel pass (usually Interrail) — and much more!
💶 Free train ticket across Europe
💬 Travel tips and youth support network
🧳 Discount cards for accommodation, culture, and local transport
🌱 Eco-friendly travel guidance
Some participants may also receive extra financial support for inclusion and accessibility needs. 💙
💬 Why Join DiscoverEU?
Because it’s not just travel — it’s transformation. 🌍✨
💫 Gain independence and confidence
👫 Meet people from all over Europe
🌍 Learn about cultures, languages, and values
📸 Create stories that will stay with you forever
Every ticket is a new beginning. 🎟️❤️
🧭 How to Apply
1️⃣ Wait for the next application round on the European Youth Portal
2️⃣ Fill in your application form and short quiz
3️⃣ If selected — receive your free travel pass
4️⃣ Plan your dream route and start exploring Europe! 🚆💙
📎 Application Link: https://youth.europa.eu/discovereu_en
🌟 Fun Fact
Since 2018, more than 250,000 young people have received a DiscoverEU travel pass! 🎉
Each journey brings new friends, unforgettable places, and life-changing experiences. 🌍💫
💙 In Short
DiscoverEU = Travel + Learning + Europe 🇪🇺🚆✨
A once-in-a-lifetime journey to explore Europe, connect with others, and discover yourself. 💫