Note for teachersThis activity will allow students to explore the European Atlas of the Seas’ map layer showing 2022 European Maritime Day in My Country events by navigating virtually from the Baltic Sea to the Adriatic Sea! Through hints provided in this boat race guide and by answering questions..

What is Posidonia oceanica? (Hint: Read the description of the map) What is its common name? Where is it found?What do the colours on the map represent? (Hint: Look at the legend of the map)Can you identify areas where it is most likely to be present? Where does the data in this map come from? (Hint

What is the closest macroalgae production facility to where you live? What are its geographical coordinates? (Hint: Activate the Measures tool under 'Advanced features' in the menu and use this tool to find the geographical coordinates)Is it aquaculture or harvesting? (Hint: Look at the legend of...

What is the main litter material found on beaches in Europe? Can you find a beach where another material is the main source of litter? In which country is it located? (Hint: Click on the graph) What is the name of the beach? What is the main litter material in this case? What does the size of the...

Which are the three European countries with the highest fish catches? How have catches in these countries changed between 2001 and 2018? (Hint: Click on the relevant countries) Where does the information in the map come from? (Hint: Read the description of the map and click on the data provider logo

The European Atlas of the Seas can be used for students to explore and learn about the seas and maritime areas of the European Union in an interactive way. You can zoom in on a special area, sea basin or country, export the result to a link (to use it later) or even print it. If you are working with

The European Atlas of the Seas can be used for students to explore and learn about the seas and maritime areas of the European Union in an interactive way. You can zoom in on a special area, sea basin or country, export the result to a link (to use it later) or even print it. If you are working with

The Blue Economy is an important source of employment for many Europeans, which has great potential for future growth. This map features the percentage of Blue Economy jobs in the overall economy of each Member State. Furthermore, it provides the breakdown of employment by the six main Blue Economy.

The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has established a network of stand-by oil spill response vessels through contracts with commercial vessel operators. In the event of an oil spill, the selected vessel will cease its normal activities and will be made available to the requesting party...