Aid for tourist facilities (Calvados)
Aid for tourist facilities: supporting the development and renewal of the offer so that it meets customers’ expectations, and the sustainable transition of tourism providers. Beneficiaries listed: independently managed establishments, sole traders or companies registered in the RNE, certain property companies (SCI) and associations case by case, excluding franchisees and chains. Amount: a zero-interest loan over 5 years with a possible deferral of up to 24 months, plus a grant top-up of up to €90,000.
Support the development and renewal of the tourism offer so that it meets customers’ expectations, and support the sustainable transition of tourism providers. Geographical scope indicated in the catalogue: local aid. The beneficiaries mentioned are: Independently managed establishments; sole traders or companies registered in the RNE; property companies (SCI) where the majority of shares is held by the head of the operating company (only one application per project and per company); associations on a case-by-case basis. Not eligible: franchisees; chains. Before committing any costs, confirm with the funder the applicable criteria, the application period and the documents expected.
Funded by Département 14 - Calvados
Run a personalised scan to identify the public grants and funding your company may be able to access.
Who can apply
Beneficiaries indicated in the catalogue: Independently managed establishments; sole traders or companies registered in the RNE; property companies (SCI) where the majority of shares is held by the head of the operating company (only one application per project and per company); associations on a case-by-case basis. Not eligible: franchisees; chains. Check the official definition of beneficiaries, any exclusions and the conditions on size, status or location.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions listed: The intercommunal body where the business is located must have delegated business property aid to the Calvados Département. The eligible project amount is between €50,000 and €400,000 excluding VAT. For all fit-out or environmental renovation projects, an audit or diagnostic showing a genuine improvement in environmental impact is compulsory; its cost can be included in eligible expenditure. HQE standards are expected for all new buildings. The facility must be open at least 120 days a year between 1 May and 30 September. The beneficiary must: send attendance data to Calvados Attractivité every year; mention the Departmental Council’s financial support in communications; offer an online booking/ticketing system. To check in the official documentation: eligibility criteria, excluded costs, authorised start date, combination rules and the beneficiary’s obligations.
What the scheme covers
Operations and costs mentioned: Eligible facilities: visitor sites and attractions — heritage sites and places of remembrance; themed museums and interpretation centres of departmental interest linked to heritage, the promotion of skills and know-how, and the history and identity of the Calvados, with a unique and/or original character and backed by scientific credentials; theme and leisure parks of departmental interest, wildlife reserves showcasing local species, parks and gardens; businesses developing a visitor trail to showcase their know-how. Leisure activities: sports or recreational facilities. Eligible works: extension, renovation and modernisation works; interior fit-out works — structural and finishing works (except private areas): regulatory compliance, costs of creating or renovating services that improve the quality of the welcome (reception building, dining area, shop, family areas, etc.); Exterior works: façade cleaning, accessibility, regulatory compliance, on-site signage, and digital tools where they form part of an overall project. Not eligible: investment expenditure linked to the building; permanent installations that are invoiced. This exclusion appears to conflict with the eligible works listed above: have it clarified by the funder. This exclusion appears to conflict with the eligible works listed above: have it clarified by the funder. This exclusion appears to conflict with the eligible works listed above: have it clarified by the funder. The list above reproduces the catalogue data and does not replace the official list of eligible costs.
Amount and funding terms
Amount and form of aid: A zero-interest loan whose amount depends on the size of the business and its location, over 5 years with a possible deferral of up to 24 months. A top-up in the form of a grant (up to €90,000 in total): up to €30,000 if the project is directly linked to one of the key themes of the Calvados tourism plan; up to €30,000 if the establishment is located inland (arrière-pays); up to €60,000 for projects with costs linked to energy improvement, flow management, insulation, installing renewable energy systems, etc. A maximum of two applications is allowed for the 2023–2028 period.
How to apply
Steps to plan for the aid for tourist facilities: 1) identify the managing body and consult the rules in force; 2) check the eligibility of the applicant, the project and the costs; 3) prepare the quotes, timetable, financing plan and supporting documents requested; 4) submit the application through the official channel; 5) wait for written confirmation of the aid conditions before treating the financing as secured. Do not start spending without checking the rules on the start date.
Timeline
No end date is given in the source catalogue. This is not enough to establish that the call is open today. Confirm the application period and current status with the funder.
Key facts
- Funder
- Département 14 - Calvados
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Geographic scope
- Normandie
Frequently asked questions
Who is the aid for tourist facilities for?
Independently managed establishments; sole traders or companies registered in the RNE; property companies (SCI) where the majority of shares is held by the head of the operating company (only one application per project and per company); associations on a case-by-case basis. Not eligible: franchisees; chains.
How much can be obtained?
A zero-interest loan whose amount depends on the size of the business and its location, over 5 years with a possible deferral of up to 24 months. A top-up in the form of a grant (up to €90,000 in total): up to €30,000 if the project is directly linked to one of the key themes of the Calvados tourism plan; up to €30,000 if the establishment is located inland (arrière-pays); up to €60,000 for projects with costs linked to energy improvement, flow management, insulation, installing renewable energy systems, etc. A maximum of two applications is allowed for the 2023–2028 period.
Which operations are eligible?
Eligible facilities: visitor sites and attractions — heritage sites and places of remembrance; themed museums and interpretation centres of departmental interest linked to heritage, the promotion of skills and know-how, and the history and identity of the Calvados, with a unique and/or original character and backed by scientific credentials; theme and leisure parks of departmental interest, wildlife reserves showcasing local species, parks and gardens; businesses developing a visitor trail to showcase their know-how. Leisure activities: sports or recreational facilities.
How can I check that the scheme is open?
Consult the funder’s official page and check the application date, the budget available and the conditions in force before committing costs.
Official source
No official URL is available in our data for this grant.
Other grants of type “grant”
Other grants from Département 14 - Calvados
Related needs and funding
Competitive calls for projects
Ecological transition and CSR
Capital and investment funds
Support and acceleration
Diagnostics and audits
Takeover and transfer
Discover the funding that fits your company
Check your eligibility for public grants
This scheme is only one of the grants your company may be able to access. Run a personalised scan to identify the funding opportunities that match your activity, location and project.
See the opportunities identified by the scan, then access your personalised report.