The beauty, cultural wealth and diversity of the EU’s coastal areas have made them a preferred destination for many holidaymakers in Europe and abroad, making coastal and maritime tourism an important tourism sector. Employing over 3.2 million people, this sector generates a total of EUR 183 billion in gross value added and represents over one third of the maritime economy. As much as 51% of bed capacity in hotels across Europe is concentrated in regions with a sea border.

As part of EU’s Blue Growth strategy, the coastal and maritime tourism sector has been identified as an area with special potential to foster a smart, sustainable and inclusive Europe.

More: https://ec.europa.eu/growth/sectors/tourism/offer/maritime-coastal_en