The Open Data Project
Open Data is a key solution to the technological and commercial changes currently shaping the global tourism industry. The German National Tourist Board, the state marketing organisations and the Magic Cities have therefore decided to make their data generally available in the form of “Open Data” as part of a joint project.
Interesting Facts about the Open Data Project
What is Open Data Germany?
With Open Data Germany, the prerequisite for the digital transformation in the direction of artificial intelligence is created in order to make Germany competitive as a tourism location. The core of the project is the development of a knowledge graph.
Who is working on Open Data Germany?
The GNTB is working on the Open Data project together with the 16 regional marketing organizations (LMOs) and the Magic Cities.
When will the Knowledge Graph go live?
The planned launch of the Knowledge Graph is in summer 2022.
Recent posts from our blog
With this blog we would like to share our knowledge and support tourism organisations in their work. In technical articles, our experts give insight into the Open Data / Knowledge Graph topic and provide tips & tricks.
How the largest digital infrastructure project in tourism is taking shape
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