Deutscher Tourismusverband

The Deutscher Tourismusverband (DTV) is the umbrella association representing municipal, regional, and national tourism organizations across Germany.

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Company facts

Founded
1902
Employees
50
Headquarters
Germany
Type
Non-Profit

About

The Deutscher Tourismusverband (DTV) is the umbrella association representing municipal, regional, and national tourism organizations across Germany. Founded in 1902, it advocates for tourism as a leading economy, lobbying for stable public funding and promoting sustainable, high‑quality tourism. The DTV coordinates policy, destination management, and mobility initiatives while setting and certifying quality standards through the i‑Marke and dtv‑Klassifizierung programs. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders and maintaining rigorous quality benchmarks, the DTV ensures that German tourism remains competitive, responsible, and visitor‑centric.