Tourism in the European Union

The EU tourism industry generates more than 5% of the EU GDP, with about 1,8 million enterprises employing around 5,2% of the total labour force (approximately 9,7 million jobs).

When related sectors are taken into account, the estimated contribution of tourism to GDP creation is much higher: tourism indirectly generates more than 10% of the European Union's GDP and provides about 12% of the labour force.

FACT SHEETS

Key EU Policies

• Cooperation in Tourism
• CALYPSO - Social Tourism

Promoting EU Tourism

• Sustainability and Competitiveness of EU Tourism
• Community's Commitment for Tourism
• EU Programmes, Funds, Initiatives

EU Enterprise and Industry Contacts