Support for Mountain Stopovers (Gîtes d'étape)
The regional “Massifs: Gîtes d’étape” aid supports the creation, modernisation or adaptation of accommodation in a mountain area in the departments concerned. The official page indicates minimum eligible costs of €50,000 excluding VAT, a cost cap of €150,000 excluding VAT and a maximum rate of 15%. Eligible items include certain works, equipment, furniture and social inclusion fittings. The Region asks for an initial contact to check eligibility before the formal application.
A stopover lodge must meet the needs of travellers moving in stages: easy access, one-night stays, suitable facilities and quality hospitality. In Nouvelle-Aquitaine, the “Massifs: Gîtes d’étape” aid supports the creation or modernisation of accommodation located in a mountain area, notably for walkers, cyclists or riders. It can support works and equipment, with precise criteria on location, costs and marketing.
Funded by Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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Who can apply
Beneficiaries indicated in the catalogue: public project owners; businesses (excluding SCIs, sole proprietorships and joint ownership); associations. Check the legal form, size, sector, area and any exclusions.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions currently listed: eligible costs must be between €50,000 and €150,000. Selected projects must be located near a hiking route (walking, cycling, etc.), in a mountain area (Decree no. 2004-69 of 16 January 2004 as amended by Decree no. 2016-1208 of 8 September 2016). The accommodation must be bookable by the night. The activity must be maintained for 5 years. Check in particular the application date, the incentive effect and the combination rules before any commitment.
What the scheme covers
Eligible operations include creating a stopover lodge or modernising, restructuring and adapting an existing offer in a mountain area. The official page cites certain structural and finishing works including energy optimisation, equipment and furniture, as well as social inclusion works. The accommodation must be bookable by the night and located near a hiking route. Certain costs and applicants are subject to specific conditions.
Amount and funding terms
Catalogue information: grant of 15% to 25% of eligible costs. Do not consider this information validated without checking the version in force.
How to apply
1. Check that the project is located in a mountain area and near a hiking route. 2. Describe the one-night offer, the touring visitors targeted and the planned works. 3. Cost the expenses excluding VAT and distinguish works, equipment, furniture and fees. 4. Contact the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Tourism Department with a project presentation before any formal application. 5. After the department’s response, prepare the application and check the activity maintenance rules and territorial exclusions.
Timeline
The regional page consulted describes a two-stage procedure: initial contact and eligibility check, then application. It does not give a fixed deadline in the information consulted. Obtain confirmation from the tourism department before committing costs or announcing a campaign date.
Key facts
- Funder
- Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Funding rate
- 25%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Geographic scope
- Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Frequently asked questions
Who can benefit from this aid?
The catalogue mentions: public project owners; businesses (excluding SCIs, sole proprietorships and joint ownership); associations. This information must be checked with the funder.
How much is the aid?
The catalogue indicates: grant of 15% to 25% of eligible costs. Check the scale in force before building the financing plan.
Which costs are covered?
The catalogue lists: creation of stopover lodges in mountain areas; modernisation, restructuring or adaptation of existing accommodation in mountain areas. Not eligible: projects located in municipalities with housing shortages (zones A and B1/B2). The exclusions and the date from which costs are eligible remain to be checked.
How do I apply?
Consult the funder’s official source and confirm the form, the application period and whether you must apply before any commitment.
Official source
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