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Mobility is essential to the productive functioning of the economy. However, there are growing concerns about the long-term sustainability of major transportation systems. The European Green Deal (EGD) and the Strategy for Sustainable and Smart Mobility (SSMS) aim to reduce transport-related greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2050 compared to 1990 levels, delivered by a smart, competitive, safe, accessible and affordable transport system, as committed by the Climate Law. Mobility surveys provide information on mobility patterns and behaviours, which are essential for formulating and implementing different policy measures. For these reasons, the European Commission launched an EU-wide survey on New Mobility Patterns covering all mobility modes, including urban and non-urban trips, using the methodology recommended by Eurostat Passenger Mobility Guidelines. The travel survey targeted individuals aged between 15 and 84 years old and was conducted from March to August 2021. It collected information on the number of trips and mobility by mode of transport, with a specific focus on new mobility forms adopted in cities. A systematic review of previous travel surveys conducted at EU and at national levels preceded the survey.