Projects & Practice

Nizna Boca – Restoring the production potential of damaged forests

Keywords:: Biodiversity, Environmental protection, Environmental sustainability, Forestry, Job creation, Mountain area, Social inclusion
Countries:: Slovakia

Restoring the production potential of damaged forests through clearing, afforestation and preservation of young forest stands.

Diversifying a national cultural monument into a recreation centre

Keywords:: Culture, Diversification, Entrepreneurship, Job creation, Rural SMEs
Countries:: Slovakia

unique military fortress complex, listed as the national cultural monument, was turned into an attractive recreational and relaxation centre Kortina.

Reviving traditional crafts in Slovakia

Keywords:: Culture, Tourism, Vocational training & skills acquisition
Countries:: Slovakia

Slovak cultural association Microregion Juzne Sitno used EAFRD support to organise courses in ceramic production and wool processing, reviving a local tradition.

‘In the Footsteps of Maginhrad’

Keywords:: Culture, LEADER/CLLD, Tourism
Countries:: Slovakia

A Slovakian town used EAFRD support to create an educational trail promoting the historical, cultural and natural heritage of the local area.

Using fairytales to enhance tourist attractions for children

Keywords:: Culture, Inter-territorial/Transnational cooperation, Tourism, Youth
Countries:: Slovakia

A Slovakian association used popular fairytales to enhance tourist attractions for children, increasing overall visitor numbers and marketing opportunities.