European Agricultural Fund For Rural Development

What is EAFRD?? Promotes economic development in rural areas Funds allocated by Managing authorities Funds granted to – Diversification of farmers to non agricultural activities -Development of non agricutural SMEs - Restoration and upgradation cultural/natural heritage of rural areas

Tourism entities eligible for funding. Vocational training Advisory services Business startups Updating plans of rural muncipalities Investment in recreational/tourism infrastructure Studies and innovation Clusters and Networks Tourism entities eligible for funding.

Who can apply ? Any natural/legal person active in rural areas Farmers Forestry companies SMEs in rural areas Local action groups

Type and Level of Funding Minimum contribution rate 20% Specific rate for different types of activities To apply – Identify the managing authorities corresponding the location

At the saddler - Bulgaria 30% Funding Lovech Province(Central Bulgarian Mountains)- Beautiful Landscape Traditional Handcraft production – leather and saddlery products Guesthouse and workshop Horse back tours

Restoration of Natural Habitat 40 % Funding Danish nature Fund bought 13.5 hectres of land Trees manually removed- cattle introduced Construction of foot bridges /stepping stones Trail system /information boards

Jämsä River Flows! - Finland Project promotes natural/cultural heritage Organisation of activities –sing along/dancing evening/market Facilities for travellers- billboards,signs Information disseminated - schools/educational institutions Nearly 100 river events , 13000 participants 36% Funding

Routes without barriers – Accessible tourism in Portugal and spain Leader (Transnational cooperation) four local action group territories in Portugal and spain Adapted museum spaces with accessible facilities Interactive website/awareness raising Tourism services- “more inclusive” 40% Funding

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