Sports, Culture and leisure

Discover a new set of resources on eight Horizon 2020 research projects that demonstrate the EU’s commitment to conserving Europe’s cultural heritage and transitioning to sustainable cultural tourism. The projects results include analysis and tools of particular relevance for rural, remote and peripheral areas.

A survey has been launched to gather insights for the upcoming CoR (Committee of the Regions) initiative on "Promoting cultural policies in rural areas within the framework of development and territorial cohesion strategies and the 2030 agenda."

Museum in the Village is a cultural programme designed for rural residents aged over 65, who often face limited accessibility to cultural activities. This initiative connects 13 museums and 13 villages across Portugal, bringing together museum professionals, artists, communities, and local authorities.