EUROPEANMOBILITYWEEK 2026: Intergenerational Fairness |
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 | It’s time to get moving! From 16 to 22 September, towns and cities across Europe and beyond will come together for EUROPEANMOBILITYWEEK, with thousands of activities showcasing sustainable ways to move around our communities. From walking and cycling to public transport and shared mobility, the week offers an opportunity to discover different ways of getting around and experience how they can contribute to more liveable places. The week will culminate on Tuesday 22 September with World Car-Free Day, as participating cities and towns rethink how their streets are used, making space for people rather than cars.
This year, the campaign continues the focus from last year on ‘Mobility for Everyone’, while highlighting the importance of Intergenerational Fairness and ensuring no one is left behind in the transition to sustainable mobility, including future generations. We need to envision sustainable mobility where transport systems are adapted to all age groups and fulfil the needs of current and future generations. Discover what activities are happening in your town or city, here.
Download, personalise and send your Citizens’ Letter to encourage your local authority to take part in the campaign, here.
Read the official campaign press release, here. |
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| European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, welcomes us all to EUROPEANMOBILITYWEEK 2026 |
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EUROPEANMOBILITYWEEK 2026 gets underway with a message from Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas, calling attention to the choices we make today and the mobility legacy we leave for future generations.
With Intergenerational Fairness at the heart of this year’s campaign, the Commissioner highlights the importance of shaping transport systems that work for people of all ages while supporting a more sustainable future. The decisions taken now - from how we travel and design our cities to how we invest in transport - will shape the mobility opportunities available to those who come after us.
To mark the campaign, Commissioner Tzitzikostas will take part in EUROPEANMOBILITYWEEK events in Strasbourg and in Thessaloniki during the CIVITAS Forum 2026, joining cities and communities in celebrating the week and recognising their efforts to build a fairer and more sustainable future for mobility.
Watch the video statement, here. |
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| Explore the theme of Intergenerational Fairness |
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What does it mean to make mobility fair for everyone, today and in the future? This year’s EUROPEAN MOBILITYWEEK theme of Intergenerational Fairness invites us to look at how the transport and public spaces we shape today can meet the needs of people of all ages — while creating a more sustainable and inclusive future for generations to come. Want to delve into the theme further? The new Intergenerational Fairness Fact Sheet offers practical guidance and inspiration for municipalities, exploring how mobility and public spaces can be designed to better reflect the needs of different generations. For a broader perspective, our newly published interview with strategic foresight specialist Helen Job from 21st Europe explores how cities can take a longer-term approach to mobility and urban planning, from inclusive public spaces and accessibility to ensuring that the voices of younger generations are heard. View the Fact Sheet, here. Read the full interview with Helen Job, here. |
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| Everything you need to promote your campaign |
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A range of campaign materials is available to download and use across your local activities and communications for EUROPEAN MOBILITYWEEK 2026. New this year, the Social Media Toolkit brings together ready-to-use content and visuals to help you spread the word online and engage your community throughout the campaign. You can also download the campaign video, social media frames, banners, posters and many more promotional materials to give your activities a consistent EUROPEAN MOBILITYWEEK look and feel. Find the full collection of campaign resources, here. Watch the campaign video, here. |
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| Looking ahead: upcoming European events |
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The mobility conversation continues beyond EUROPEAN MOBILITYWEEK, with two major European events taking place in the coming weeks. Connecting Europe Days, taking place in Brussels from 28 September to 1 October 2026, brings together policymakers, stakeholders and transport professionals to discuss the future of Europe’s transport network, infrastructure and connectivity. A few weeks later, the European Week of Regions and Cities from 12 to 14 October, also in Brussels, will bring cities and regions together to exchange on the policies and initiatives shaping Europe’s future — including sustainable urban development and mobility. Find out more about Connecting Europe Days, here. Find out more about the European Week of Regions and Cities, here. |
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