ACES of Europe President Gian Francesco Lupattelli handed over the title of European Capital of Sport 2025 to Tallinn Mayor Mihhail Kõlvart in Brussels last night.
Tallinn, the European Green Capital 2023, has joined the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change, which has a key objective to support at least 150 European regions and communities in building resilience to climate change by 2030
As part of its upcoming title year as the European Capital of Sport, Tallinn is marking World Car-Free Day on September 22 with a strong focus on sports.
Tallinn, as the European Capital of Sport 2025, aims to generate positive and lasting value throughout its title year, encouraging residents to be more active and lead healthier lives.
On October 21-22, Tallinn's Deputy Mayor Viljar Jaamu participated in the European Mayors’ Summit held in Strasbourg. The summit brought together European city leaders to share their vision with newly elected Members of the European Parliament and discuss the future priorities of the European Union. The key focus was on the role of cities in shaping EU policy and their contribution to achieving climate objectives.
At a gala held in Brussels, the president of the European Capitals and Cities of Sport Federation (ACES Europe), Gian Francesco Lupattelli, and European Commissioner for Culture and Sport, Glenn Micallef, presented Tallinn with the title of European Capital of Sport 2025.
On January 24, Tallinn Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski participated in the 14th EU Capitals Mayors and European Commission Summit in Warsaw. The meeting focused on increasing EU funding for capitals and improving coordination of civil protection plans.
Today, February 12, the city of Tallinn recognized and honored local athlete Niina Petrõkina, who made history by winning the gold medal in women’s singles at the 2025 European Figure Skating Championships. The city awarded a total of €7,500 to the athlete and her coach.
Tallinn, the European Capital of Sport 2025, is inviting cycling enthusiasts to join a relaxing bike tour through neighboring municipalities on Saturday, October 5. The 25-kilometer ride will follow a route through Rae, Kiili, Saku, and Saue parishes, with a steady, easy pace for riders of all levels.
On October 5, Tallinn, the European Capital of Sport 2025, organized a cycling tour in cooperation with the neighboring municipalities of Rae, Kiili, Saku, and Saue.