NECSTouR Summit in Kotka, Finland
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Location
Kotka, Finland
Date
21-23/10/2026
NECSTouR Summit in Kotka, Finland
Be part of the NECSTouR Summit 2026, our flagship, free‑to‑attend event bringing together European regions, destination managers, policymakers and experts to exchange knowledge, strengthen partnerships and shape the future of tourism in Europe.
Set in the Baltic context of Kotka‑Hamina, the Summit offers a rich and interactive programme designed to support learning, collaboration and practical action. Through a combination of keynote sessions, parallel workshops, peer‑to‑peer exchanges and study visits, participants will gain new insights and explore innovative approaches to sustainable mobility, climate action and regenerative tourism at destination level.
What to expect
A central feature of the event is the EU Projects Exhibition, offering a unique opportunity to showcase your EU‑funded initiatives, present results and engage with potential partners. Whether your project is ongoing or recently completed, the exhibition enables you to disseminate results, build visibility and explore future collaboration opportunities across the network and beyond.
A highlight of the programme will be the keynote intervention by Doug Lansky, renowned travel journalist and global speaker, who will challenge conventional thinking and provide fresh perspectives on how destinations can evolve towards more resilient and future‑ready models. Parallel workshops will allow participants to engage in focused discussions tailored to their needs, ensuring practical takeaways that can be directly applied in their regional context.
The Summit also places a strong emphasis on knowledge sharing and peer learning, providing a collaborative space to exchange practices and discuss how data, governance and policy frameworks can support the tourism transition. By connecting regional experiences across Europe, participants will gain a deeper understanding of common challenges and opportunities while contributing to a shared vision for the sector.
At a time when European funding programmes continue to support innovation, sustainability and digitalisation in tourism, the Summit provides a timely platform to strengthen project pipelines, generate new ideas and connect with partners for future calls. By participating, you position your region at the heart of European cooperation and increase your chances of developing strong, collaborative proposals aligned with EU priorities.
By bringing together a diverse community of tourism stakeholders, the NECSTouR Summit 2026 offers a unique opportunity to learn from peers, build European contacts and co‑create solutions that will drive more resilient, sustainable and competitive destinations.
Register now, bring your projects, and join us in Kotka‑Hamina to actively contribute to shaping the next chapter of European tourism.
