European Rover Challenge
European Rover Challenge (ERC, ERC Space & Robotics) is an annual Martian robot competition held in Poland. It began in 2014 at the Regional Science and Technology Centre in Chęciny, and until 2023 has been held in Jasionka, Starachowice, and Kielce. In 2024 the competition is planned to be held at the AGH University of Krakow.
The ERC is the largest robotics and space event in Europe. It is addressed towards scientists, businesspersons, the technology sector and the general public. Along with the University Rover Challenge, the ERC is a part of the Rover Challenge Series.