Welcome to Danube Day 2018!

On the 29th of June, the 14 countries of the Danube Basin jointly celebrate one of Europe's greatest river systems and the people and wildlife that rely on it. Over 165 events are taking place across the Basin in the weeks either side of Danube Day. Read on to find out how you can get active for healthier rivers and enjoy the celebrations in your country!

Get active for a healthier Danube!

Danube Day 2018 is a celebration of healthier rivers following 24 years of ground-breaking international cooperation. Throughout June and July, 165 riverside festivals, public meetings and fun, educational events pay tribute to the Danube rivers, their peoples and the progress being made. Some events have already taken place in Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova and Ukraine. But many of the 14 countries extend their celebrations into July, including Montenegro. Such events strengthen our "Danube solidarity": in spite of different cultures and histories, we have a shared desire and responsibility to protect our precious resource.

Read the June 2018 Danube Day press release to find out about the unique 14-country partnership that's active for a healthier Danube. 

There's a Danube Day celebration near you

Check the events pages to find out what's happening in your country and internationally or view the events calendar for the full list of activities taking place across the region. How people use, enjoy and cooperate over their rivers is directly affected by the events of Danube Day 2018. Join in and help make the decisions that affect your river! You can also read about last year's celebrations on the 2017 Review page or try out the Danube Adventure Game below for your own river challenge!

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