The Erasmus Destination of the Year spotlights the efforts of student associations in supporting student mobility at the city level.
Who will be the Erasmus Destination of the Year?
The Erasmus Destination of the Year initiative seeks to identify great practices in supporting student mobility at the city level, showcasing the role that local student associations can play in making their cities better mobility destinations and improving the quality and impact of mobility experiences. By highlighting great local support practices and promoting inclusive mobility, it seeks to widen participation among students from different backgrounds and inspire new practices among the different stakeholders.
The 5 finalists will present their pitch at EGM Ancona 2025, during the Morning Plenary on Saturday, 5th of April. Our esteemed external jury, together with the Erasmus Generation representatives at the event, will decide which city deserves the title the most. Don't miss out on the announcement on Sunday, 6th of April, at EGM Ancona 2025!
The finalists are:
Aarhus, the City of Smiles, is Denmark's second-largest city, where Nordic traditions blend smoothly with youthful energy and modern innovation. Home to over 50,000 students, including 7000 internationals, the city thrives on its young, diverse, and dynamic community.
Riga, the heart of the Baltics, is the city where history whispers through medieval streets, with the black cat being the symbol of resilience and independence. Art Nouveau architecture makes Riga the most visually unique city in Europe and its cultural heartbeat blends ancient Latvian traditions like Midsummer with the vibrant energy of music, art, and festivals.
The city offers a unique combination of medieval charm, with a perfectly preserved historical old town - the UNESCO World Heritage - and the most digitally advanced society, with e-governance, i-voting and mobile ID. Surrounded by the sea and forests, with perfect access to the Internet at any point, it can undoubtedly be called one of the greenest cities in Europe.
Wrocław captivates visitors with its rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and unique atmosphere, complemented by a welcoming community and lively meeting spots. Since 2005, Wrocław's growing collection of over 350 small dwarf figurines has become a beloved city symbol, representing a diverse community of characters, professions, and hobbyists.
This 600-year-old city is the beating heart of Poland. Starting from being dominated by industrial factories, it has grown into a place with red-brick buildings housing art galleries, museums and other cultural spaces. Known for its film school, Łódź is a city where everyone will find something to do: from following a trail of Murals to relaxing in one of the city’s parks - options are endless!