DiscoverEU: Hundreds of Austrians Have Won Free EU Train Tickets

A total of 35,762 Europeans under 18 can once again travel across Europe with free train tickets thanks to the DiscoverEU programme. In Austria, 718 participants won a Travel-Pass and a DiscoverEU youth card, with which they can explore the cultures of all European countries for up to 30 days.

DiscoverEU: Free Train Tickets Valid Until End of 2026

More than 135,000 young citizens from EU countries as well as from Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia and Turkey had applied. To participate, one had to be born between January 1 and December 31, 2006, and answer questions from a quiz. Group applications together with up to three friends were also possible. The travel period is between March 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026. Participants with a disability or health problems can be accompanied. "DiscoverEU is a life-changing experience. Every train station, every café, every new face contributes to your story. You don't just see Europe, you live it. To all young explorers with a ticket: Get started and take advantage of this enriching opportunity!", explained Glenn Micallef, EU Commissioner for Intergenerational Justice, Youth, Culture and Sport.

Next Chance for Free EU Train Tickets from April 2025

The programme was launched by the EU Commission in 2018. There are two calls for applications each year, one in spring and one in autumn. In April, 186,744 young people applied, including 3,452 from Austria. 35,511 passes were awarded, 709 of which arrived in Austria. The European Youth Portal provides all the information interested parties need to participate and the exact procedure. The next chance for tickets is expected from April 2025.

(APA/Red)

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