Baza danych projektów PROW
Facilities for Athletes and Tourists Rejuvenate Portuguese Village
Summary
The main idea behind this project was to diversify the village economy and upgrade its accommodation offer. As a result a local cottage was modernised and adapted to the needs of tourists, and in particular sport professionals.
Background
Economic degradation is a real threat in rural Portugal, hence it is important to find ways to create new value from existing resources. This community had spaces available, known as 'Quarteirao das Artes e Desportas', which could be capitalised on. They include 6 houses with accommodation facilities, which were already used for cultural and artistic events in the local community.
Objective
The principal objectives were focused on enhancing accomodation facilities in the region Montemor-o-Velho for both general and targeted visitors (the latter being trainers and students of sport at the High Performance Centre of Montemor-o-Velho). Additionaly, the project was intended to contribute to economic diversification in the region and its external promotion.
Main activities
Activities were focused on arranging the cottage house for the needs of visitors, in particular construction of spaces for training and physical rehabilitation of athletes. Specialistic sport equipment was purchased, e.g. vessels, bicycles, canoes. A space was also created that allows for organising group activties, e.g. workshops. The visitors are individuals and groups training in athletics, and tourists in general.
Results & Benefits
A unique accomodation and a leisure offer has been developed that does not exist elswhere in the region. The new accomodation has already attracted numerous visitors. The project has also contributed to the creation of two new jobs. Moreover, it had an impact on other services in the region, e.g. the consumption of local products has increased.
Lessons learnt
The project was a well-targeted answer to the needs for diversification of the local economy through utilising the existing potential.
Project location and other information
Montemor-o-Velho, Travessa do Castelo
Region
Centro
RDP Territory
Mainland
Total project cost (€)
105 338
EAFRD contribution (€)
63 203
Contact name
LAG AD ELO
Telephone
+35 231419550
Languages for contact
English, Portuguese
At a glance
Country
Portugal
Final beneficiary type
Other
Budget range
€20 000 - €99 999
Start date:
30/03/2010
End Date:
31/12/2011
Theme / Measure:
Rural Quality of Life & Economic Diversification
Rural economic diversification
313. Encouragement of tourism activities
Keywords:
Rural tourism, Sport, Leader, Tourism, Village facilities
Last update
06/11/2012