On the occasion of the European Football Championship in Germany, the Croatian Tourist Board organized two promotional events in Neuruppin, the base of the Croatian national football team. The goal was to present Croatia to the citizens of Neuruppin and the Brandenburg region as a quality and attractive tourist destination. Today, the photo exhibition "Experience Croatia" was opened in the city gallery. The event was attended by Gordan Jandroković, President of the Croatian Parliament, Tonči Glavina, Minister of Tourism and Sports, Nico Ruhle, Mayor of Neuruppin, H.E. Gordan Bakota, Ambassador of Croatia to Germany, Kristjan Staničić, Director of the Croatian Tourist Board, Romeo Draghicchio, Director of the Croatian Tourist Board's Representation in Germany, and many other guests.

Welcoming the gathered, President Jandroković thanked the Croatian Tourist Board for organizing the exhibition and other events in Neuruppin, emphasizing that the photo exhibition shows the emotionality of the Croatian people, especially in connection with the national football team.

Photo Exhibition
Visitors to the exhibition can enjoy the most beautiful photos of Croatian landscapes, tourist attractions, and Croatian football players. Among the first to view the exhibition was Šime Vrsaljko, a former national team player, and the main figure in one of the most memorable photos from the 2018 World Cup. The photos are available for viewing daily during the Euro with free admission.

Promotion through the Synergy of Sports and Tourism
Minister Glavina stated: "Through the synergy of sports and tourism, we can present Croatia in the best way. Our goal is to use the opportunity to present Croatia as a sports nation and a tourist destination with a rich offer. We are facing the most intense part of the tourist year and want to encourage the arrival of new guests. We wish the Vatreni lots of luck and success, and I am sure they will make us proud and represent Croatia in the most beautiful way."

Small Croatian Fair
On the main city square, the Croatian Tourist Board organized a fair in cooperation with the coastal counties. Visitors can get to know the cultural heritage and eno-gastronomy of Croatia, and an entertaining music program is prepared with the Šibenik klapa Sebenico.

Director Staničić stated: "The stay of the Vatreni in Neuruppin is an excellent reason for promotional activities that will further bring Croatia closer as a tourist destination. We have prepared a rich program and want to make the most of the fact that Croatia is globally recognized for tourism and sports. The activities will positively affect the perception of Croatia and tourist flows, with a special emphasis on the summer season."

Sculptures of Croatian Greats
In the city square, sculptures of famous Croats have been placed: Nikola Tesla, Marco Polo, Dražen Petrović, Ivan Meštrović, Ruđer Bošković, and Slavoljub Penkala. The sculptures are positioned in different parts of the square and additionally contribute to the promotion of Croatia.