{
  "id": 11418578,
  "title": "DiscoverEU applications now open: Thousands of free travel passes for young Europeans up for grabs",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/discovereu-applications-now-open-thousands-of-free-travel-passes-for",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-02T10:32:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Euronews",
    "slug": "euronews",
    "url": "https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/02/discovereu-applications-now-open-thousands-of-free-travel-passes-for-young-europeans-up-fo"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Applications for the European Union’s DiscoverEU scheme are now open, allowing young Europeans to embark on free travel across the continent. Born between January 1, 2008, and December 31, 2008, citizens or residents of EU, Overseas Countries and Territories associated with the EU, or third countries associated with the Erasmus+ program, including Iceland and Türkiye, can apply. The application deadline is October 15, 2026, at midday Brussels time (CET), with applications available at youth.europa.eu.\n\nIf chosen, applicants will receive a travel pass for eco-friendly transportation, such as trains, enabling a maximum of seven days of travel within a one-month period between March 1, 2027, and May 31, 2028. A DiscoverEU discount card is also included, offering savings on accommodations, culture, sports, local transport, and other services. Traveling in groups is possible, and all members may receive the opportunity to travel for free.\n\nThe DiscoverEU Culture Route includes pre-planned itineraries featuring diverse destinations, such as Cork in Ireland and Valletta in Malta, both designated European Capitals of Culture. Other stops, like Lyon in France, highlight accessibility improvements for all travelers, regardless of age, ability, or mobility. Young explorers can also use DiscoverEU to craft their customized travel plans and discover new destinations.",
  "summary": "Applications for the scheme are open until 15 October, giving eligible young Europeans the chance to explore the continent by train and other sustainable transport, with discounts on accommodation, culture and more.",
  "key_points": [
    "DiscoverEU applications open for young Europeans, born 2008-2008",
    "Travel pass for eco-friendly transport, up to 7 days/month",
    "Culture Route includes pre-planned itineraries in Cork and Valletta"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}