Joint Task "Improvement of Regional Economic Structure" (GRW) – Supplementary Regulations – Funding for Tourism Establishments
Saarland supports tourism businesses in structurally weak regions with investments to improve the regional economic structure. This program offers grants for modernization, capacity expansion, and qualitative improvements of hotels and holiday apartments. The aim is to create and secure permanent jobs through investments that represent a significant effort for the companies.
Who is funded: Target Groups and Regional Focus
This funding program targets tourism businesses in Saarland, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and, under certain conditions, large enterprises. The funding focuses on investment projects in designated structurally weak funding areas of the state to improve the regional economic structure and create or secure jobs there.
What is funded: Investment Projects in Tourism
The funding program supports investment projects in the tourism sector that aim at modernization, capacity expansion, or qualitative improvement. Both tangible and intangible assets are funded, but with clear exceptions and specific requirements for project development.
Type and Scope of Funding: Financial Support for Tourism Businesses
The program offers financial support in the form of grants, the amount of which depends on the company size and the specific funding area within Saarland. Maximum eligible investment sums per created or secured permanent job are set. Project durations are limited but can be extended under certain circumstances.
Conditions and Requirements: Funding Criteria and Guidelines
To receive funding, applicants must meet a series of specific conditions concerning both the investment itself and operational aspects. This includes obtaining confirmation before project commencement, ensuring overall financing, and adhering to industry-specific classifications. Special regulations apply to job criteria and the involvement of temporary workers. Furthermore, the funding is subject to European state aid regulations.
Application Procedure: Step-by-Step to Funding
The application procedure requires early submission of the application before the actual start of the measure. The granting decision is at the discretion of the responsible authority and is based on the review of the submitted documents.
Legal Basis: Foundation of Funding
This funding program is based on Saarland's Supplementary Regulations for the Promotion of Commercial Enterprises within the framework of the Joint Task "Improvement of Regional Economic Structure" (GRW). It also integrates funds from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and is thus subject to relevant EU regulations and treaties.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Saarland (C-Funding Area: Heusweiler, Völklingen, Nalbach, Saarwellingen, Schwalbach (Saar), Überherrn, Bous, Ensdorf (Saar), Lebach, Saarlouis; D-Funding Area: Friedrichsthal (Saar), Grossrosseln, Kleinblittersdorf, Püttlingen, Quierschied, Sulzbach (Saar), Riegelsberg, Saarbrücken, Beckingen, Mettlach, Perl, Losheim am See, Wadern, Weiskirchen, Merzig, Eppelborn, Illingen (Saar), Merchweiler, Schiffweiler, Spiesen-Elversberg, Neunkirchen, Ottweiler, Rehlingen-Siersburg, Schmelz, Wadgassen, Wallerfangen, Dillingen, Kirkel, Bexbach, Homburg, St. Ingbert, Marpingen, Tholey) (Germany)
Sectors:
Tourism
Beneficiaries:
Tourism sector
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Ministry of Economy, Innovation, Digital Affairs and Energy
Managed By:
Ministry of Economy, Innovation, Digital Affairs and Energy
Additional Partners:
European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), Federal-State Joint Task "Improvement of Regional Economic Structure" (GRW)