Danube Competence Center (DCC)

26/08/2025

The Roman Festival Apulum 2025 transformed Alba Iulia into a living history spectacle from August 15–17 - featuring legion parades, immersive workshops, epic battles, gladiator duels by torchlight, ancient dances and flavors—find out more here:
https://interreg-danube.eu/projects/romanswinedanube/news/roman-festival-apulum-2025-reenactment-danube-traditions-and-a-total-spectacle”

For three days, between August 15 and 17th 2025, Alba Iulia lived as if it were two millennia ago! The Roman Apulum Festival 2025 brought history back to life in the heart of the former Roman fort Apulum. Thousands of visitors breathed the air of Antiquity and witnessed unforgettable moments.

18/08/2025

Discover how in the Danube Wood(s) Route project we have mapped the region’s forests, wood heritage, and tourism infrastructure through a dynamic digital map — check it out here:

https://interreg-danube.eu/projects/danube-woodsroute/news/inventory-of-forests-wood-heritage-and-tourism-infrastructure

18/08/2025

Citizens in Ulm engaged in sustainability firsthand: on July 5, the Active2Public Transport info-desk invited locals to weigh in on mobility, try folding bikes and e-cargo bikes, and share what would encourage them to bike, bus, or train more - safe routes topped the list!

Read more here: https://interreg-danube.eu/projects/active2public-transport/news/active2public-transport-to-the-people-info-desk-on-sustainable-mobility-in-ulm

18/08/2025

The Lux Aurelius Festival brought Roman history to life in Sremska Mitrovica with parades, reenactments, workshops, and cultural programs – read the full report

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The Lux Aurelius Festival was held in Sremska Mitrovica, Serbia, on August 1–2, 2025. The festival lasted two days and took place at three locations in the city center: the City Park, the park behind the Srem Archives, and the Žitna Pijaca Square.

07/08/2025

🌲 Developed as part of the Danube Wood(s) Route project, the newly published strategy outlines a shared vision for reconnecting people with forests through sustainable tourism, cultural heritage, and responsible forest management

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In the heart of Europe, along the Danube River, forests tell stories. They are stories of biodiversity, of craftsmanship passed down from father to son, of wooden churches and homes scented with fir and time. These forests, home to rare species and communities deeply connected to wood, are now at th...

06/08/2025

This summer, we brought together 16 partners from 8 countries to promote cycling and outdoor tourism along the Danube – and for the first time, every country along the Danube section of EuroVelo 6 was represented in our single online campaign!

🇩🇪 German National Tourism Board
🇦🇹 ARGE Donau Österreich
🇸🇰 Slovenský cykloklub – Slovak National EuroVelo Coordination Centre
🇭🇺 MAKETUSZ – Hungarian National EuroVelo Coordination Centre
🇭🇺 Hungarian Tourism Agency
🇭🇺 Zsolnay Heritage Management Non-profit Ltd.
🇭🇷 Osijek-Baranja County Tourism Board
🇭🇷 Tourist Board of the Vukovar-Srijem County
🇷🇸 National Tourism Organisation of Serbia
🇷🇸 Tourist Organization of Belgrade
🇷🇸 Tourism Organization of Vojvodina
🇷🇸 Tourist Organisation of Sremski Karlovci
🇷🇸 Tourism Organisation of Požarevac
🇷🇴 Romanian Ministry of Economy, Digitalisation, Entrepreneurship and Tourism
🇷🇴 Bike in Time (tour operator)
🇧🇬 Rousse Regional Museum of History

💙 Big thanks to everyone involved in this journey – from our dedicated partners to the people who explored the Danube with us online. We’re looking forward to the next adventure!

https://danube.travel/the-danube-cycling-and-outdoors-2025/

26/07/2025

Discover how the A2PT project showcased its vision at the UITP Global Summit in Hamburg — sharing data from 45 stations across nine countries to illustrate how walking and cycling can power real modal shift toward net-zero urban mobility — click to read more:

Public transport alone won’t get us to net zero. At the UITP Global Summit in Hamburg, the Active2Public Transport project presented findings from 9 countries, highlighting how better access for pedestrians and cyclists to public transport stations is key to reducing car dependency and creating mo...

21/07/2025

🍷 Sopianae Revivscit – A Roman Festival in the Heart of Pécs!
Step into ancient times with theatrical performances, torchlit parades, Roman feasts, and hands-on workshops. As part of the project, this festival offers a magical journey through history, heritage, and wine culture in one of Hungary’s most historic cities.

Click on the link to find out more:
https://interreg-danube.eu/projects/romanswinedanube/news/sopianae-revivscit-roman-festival-in-pecs

19/07/2025

🏺 Ptuj Transforms Into Ancient Poetovio!
Get ready for gladiators, legionaries, Roman cuisine, and living history at the Roman Games in Ptuj – Slovenia’s oldest town. As part of the project, this vibrant event brings the Roman Empire to life in an unforgettable setting.

Click on the link to find out more:
https://interreg-danube.eu/projects/romanswinedanube/news/roman-games-ptuj-history-in-action

14/07/2025

Discover the highlights from the 2024 Training Academy in Portugal — where experts shared insights on Roman wine production along the Danube — and click to explore the full summary here:

The 12th edition of the Training Academy on Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe took place in Torres Vedras, in Arruda dos Vinhos and in Vila Franca de Xira (Portugal) from 11 to 13 June.

13/07/2025

⚔️ Relive the Glory of Ancient Dacia and Rome in Alba Iulia!
The Apulum Roman Festival is back with epic battle reenactments, gladiator fights, ancient crafts, and even a slave market scene! As part of the project, this event invites you to experience life in the Roman Empire like never before.

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We invite you to step into the fascinating world of Antiquity at the Apulum Roman Festival 2025 – “AD PORTAS!”, held between August 15–17 in the heart of the Alba Carolina Citadel in Alba Iulia.

07/07/2025

🛡️ Step Into Roman Times at Lux Aurelius in Sremska Mitrovica!

As part of the project, the Lux Aurelius Festival brings ancient Sirmium back to life with Roman parades, military reenactments, crafts, and cultural performances. A perfect blend of history, heritage, and entertainment awaits!

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Festival “Lux Aurelius”Organizer: Institute for the Protection of Cultural Monuments Sremska MitrovicaLocation: Sremska Mitrovica, archaeological sites of Sirmium