European Forum Alpbach
Europe will not be shaped by ideas alone. The Alpbach Manifesto 2026 turns ideas into collective action.
EFA27: 23 August until 3 September 2027
The European Forum Alpbach 2027 will take place from 23 August until 3 September 2027, with the opening of the Conference Days on 29 August 2027. Secure your spot at EFA27 with an Early Bird Voucher and be part of the European Forum Alpbach 2027 from the very start.
That was EFA26
At EFA26, we explored what it takes for Europe to win, and what winning actually means. Across politics, science, business and culture, young thinkers and experienced decision-makers came together to discuss Europe’s biggest questions, challenges and opportunities.
About us
Our purpose for today and beyond is quite simple: The European Forum Alpbach is a space and place for the emergence of reflection and action. It brings together young people from Europe and from all over the world with the most innovative minds from politics, business, civil society, culture, and science to drive ideas for a strong and democratic Europe. With this diverse, intergenerational, and interdisciplinary community, the Forum influences key actors throughout the European continent to facilitate their learning and decisions.
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EFA Update
EFA26 concludes with “Alpbach Manifesto”
Karas: 4,800 participants leave Alpbach with thousands of individual commitments to action – EFA President places completion of the European Single Market at the top of his personal agenda.
Othmar Karas: A Call to Action
Speech by EFA President Othmar Karas at the EFA26 Closing.
Alpbach Manifesto: Call to Action
Europe will not be shaped by ideas alone. This manifesto turns the essence of our daily Solution Hours into action and provides a framework for the future we choose to build together.
From August 24: Alpbach Shapes Europe’s Future
The 82nd European Forum Alpbach kicks off with over 700 young participants from more than 60 countries – until September 4, Europe's capacity to act and sovereignty will be the focus of the dialogue
EFA26 World of Women*
The European Forum Alpbach (EFA) values diverse voices. A healthy democracy must reflect all perspectives, which is why EFA actively encourages non-male contributors in both its programming and participation.