From July 25 to 27, 2025, the “ACES – Mountain Destination” meeting took place in Folgaria (Italy), bringing together public administrations and key stakeholders from the fields of sport, tourism, and territorial development. The event aimed to foster a shared reflection on the role of sport in supporting the sustainable growth of mountain regions.

The initiative saw the heartfelt and active participation of 9 public administrations from 6 countries(Andorra, Croatia, Finland, Italy, Slovenia, and Turkey) and 10 public and private stakeholders, reflecting broad institutional interest and a strong willingness to collaborate across territories.

Public Administrations Present:

• Municipality of Encamp (Andorra)

• Municipality of Kayseri (Turkey)

• Municipality of Livigno (Italy)

• Municipality of Maribor (Slovenia)

• Municipality of Rovaniemi (Finland)

• Municipality of Sestriere (Italy)

• Municipality of Scopello – Alpe di Mera (Italy)

• Region of Primorje-Gorski Kotar (Croatia)

• Municipality of Folgaria / Alpe Cimbra (Italy)

Stakeholders Involved:

• ACES

• ANEF/FIANET

• CIP Trento

• Energia Pura

• Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026

• GSCT

• Istituto per il Credito Sportivo e Culturale

• Sciare Mag / Professione Montagna

• Trentino School of Management

• University of Trento

As a result of the discussions and collaborative spirit that marked the event, a draft version of the ACES Manifesto has been developed. This document summarizes the main ideas and shared guidelines that emerged during the working sessions, offering a collective vision for the future of mountain communities through the lenses of sport, tourism, sustainability, and quality of life.

ACES warmly thanks all participants for their valuable contributions and their continued commitment to the sustainable development of mountain territories through sport.