Sustainable growth and building resilience in tourism – empowering SMEs to carry out the twin transition

Last updated: 21.7.2025
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This EU funding program, 'Sustainable growth and building resilience in tourism – empowering SMEs to carry out the twin transition,' aims to bolster the European tourism ecosystem. It specifically targets Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) by facilitating their digital and green transformation, fostering innovation, and enhancing their resilience and competitiveness.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, defining who can apply for funding, the geographical areas covered by the program, and its overarching objectives to support the tourism sector.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, specifies the thematic areas of focus, and clarifies which costs are covered or excluded under the program.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides detailed information on the financial instruments used, the funding amounts available, and important details regarding project duration and financial oversight.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential conditions, rules, and specific requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering aspects like consortium composition, financial regulations, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process of preparing and submitting their proposals, detailing the required documentation and the competitive selection process.

This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the funding program, providing its authorization and key operational frameworks.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

From 2,000,000 € to 4,000,000 € per project, with individual sub-grants for SMEs ranging from 20,000 € to 30,000 €.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

20,500,000 € (for 2022)

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Cascade Funding

Region

Region:

EU Member States, EEA countries, and countries associated with the Single Market Programme.

Sectors

Sectors:

Tourism, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Research and Development, Social Enterprises, Agriculture and Agribusiness

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Tourism

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Market Introduction, Scaling, Product Development, Capacity Building, Implementation, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

EISMEA

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