If you manage a prominent tourist site in the Provence region with significant development potential or urgent preservation needs, this support scheme can provide substantial financial assistance. The program offers grants for enhancing visitor experiences and experimenting with technological solutions for better tourist flow management. Eligible entities include local governments, tourism offices, and private enterprises. While the maximum grant can reach €200,000, additional consulting services are also fully funded.

Objectives

This initiative aims to bolster the development of emblematic tourist sites by funding investments that enhance customer experiences and support sustainable tourism practices. It covers two main components: improving visitor facilities and services, and experimenting with digital solutions to manage tourist flows effectively. The goal is to ensure these sites can thrive while preserving their unique characteristics.

Beneficiaries

The scheme is open to a variety of entities involved in tourism and local development, including:

• Departments
• Inter-municipal Cooperation Bodies (EPCI)
• Natural parks
• Municipalities
• Tourism offices
• Associations
• Enterprises

Excluded: Specific sectors may not be eligible based on local regulations.

Eligible operations

Eligible operations are divided into two components:

• Component 1: Investments aimed at improving customer experience through new facilities and services that promote sustainable site discovery.
• Component 2: Projects that test technological solutions for managing tourist flows, including digital tools for better understanding and redirecting visitor traffic.

Not covered: General operational costs unrelated to the specific projects.

Eligibility conditions

Key conditions for funding include:

• Projects must demonstrate a clear potential for enhancing tourism and visitor engagement.
• Applications should outline how the funding will contribute to sustainable development practices.
• Compliance with local regulations and guidelines is mandatory.

Grant amount

Funding is structured as follows:

• Component 1: Grants up to €200,000, covering 40% of eligible expenses.
• Component 2: Grants up to €80,000, covering 60% of eligible expenses, along with fully funded consulting services for up to 20 person-days per site. This support can significantly enhance project feasibility and implementation.