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Welcome Message
Following the 1st GWTO-OMET Global Summit on Responsible Enotourism in 2024 (Punta del Este, Uruguay), and the 2nd one in 2025 (Yantai, China), the Organizing Committees of Global Wine Tourism Organization (GWTO) and that of Entidade Regional de Turismo do Alentejo are pleased to present the upcoming ‘3rd GWTO-OMET Global Summit on Responsible Enotourism’, which will be hosted by the municipality of Beja (Baixo Alentejo, Portugal), European City of Wine 2026.
The event will offer its participants -from academia, the private sector and the public sector- professional opportunities to establish an international network of contacts and collaborations at the highest level.
The GWTO-OMET Global Summits show a unique platform to promote the brands in the exhibition area, to close business in the B2B rounds with international tour operators, to present in the International Academic Forum the most cutting-edge research and the most outstanding practices in the field of Responsible EnoGastro Tourism developed by destinations and companies, and to visit the enotourism destination Baixo Alentejo, harmonizing its wines with local gastronomy.
José Antonio Vidal,
GWTO Founder President CEO
Get ready to experience something truly unique in the heart of Alentejo.
From June 1 to 3, 2026, the city of Beja will host the III Responsible Enotourism Global Summit — one of the world’s leading events dedicated to the future of wine tourism. Organized by the Global Wine Tourism Organization, in partnership with Turismo do Alentejo, this prestigious gathering will bring together industry leaders, experts, and wine enthusiasts from Portugal, across Europe, and around the globe.
Set in a region where time slows down and authenticity is part of everyday life, Alentejo stands out as one of the most captivating wine tourism destinations in the world. Exceptional wines, breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality create the perfect setting to inspire, learn, and connect.
More than a conference, this Summit is an invitation to discover: emerging trends, immersive experiences, international networking, and a true celebration of wine as a driver of sustainable development.
Hosted in Beja, at the heart of the European Wine City of Baixo Alentejo, this edition further strengthens Portugal’s position as a global reference in wine tourism.
This is your moment to be part of the future.
Secure your place now and discover why Alentejo is more than a destination — it is an experience to be lived, felt, and shared.
We look forward to welcoming you
José Manuel Santos
President of Turismo do Alentejo and Ribatejo
