Commissioned by the European Commission under the EU Work Plan for Culture 2023–2026, this study examines how European cultural content is discovered and accessed in today’s digital environment. It assesses the current state of online discoverability of diverse European cultural works, with particular attention to the role of platforms, curation, and recommender systems, and identifies emerging challenges and areas for policy action. The study focuses primarily on the music and book sectors. Other cultural sectors are addressed more selectively, while the audiovisual sector falls outside the scope of the study. The research combines desk research, sectoral analysis, and data mapping with extensive stakeholder engagement, including interviews, focus groups, and a workshop. A Europe-wide consumer survey of over 400 participants provided additional insights into user experiences. Quantitative analyses examined consumption patterns, curation practices, algorithmic recommendations, and metadata in the music and book sectors. Academic and methodological rigour was ensured through expert peer review by a Scientific Board.