LEADER Bresse bourguignonne: developing eco-tourism and slow tourism
The action supports eco-tourism and slow tourism, particularly routes and services designed for sustainable discovery of the area. The catalogue indicates a maximum rate of 80% of eligible costs, but sets restrictions by strand: companies are not eligible for strand C projects; individuals and micro-businesses are eligible only as part of grouped actions; farmers are excluded according to the catalogue. Check the exact category before applying.
In the Pays de la Bresse Bourguignonne, this action targets a sustainable, local tourism offer suited to soft mobility. It may involve routes, services linked to touring, nature activities and services that encourage a slower discovery of the area. The rules differ between the action’s strands: companies, micro-businesses and individuals are not accepted in the same way for all types of project.
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Who can apply
The catalogue targets public and private applicants, with restrictions: companies are not eligible for strand C projects; individuals and micro-businesses are eligible only in grouped actions; farmers are listed as ineligible. These restrictions must be checked in the current agreement and action sheet.
Eligibility conditions
The project must be located within the Pays de la Bresse Bourguignonne and correspond to one of the action’s strands. Eligibility depends in particular on the applicant’s status and a direct link with eco-tourism or touring. Have the strand, exclusions, quality criteria and eligible costs confirmed before placing any order.
What the scheme covers
Project ideas: creating or upgrading tourist routes; services directly linked to touring; outdoor activities; services encouraging sustainable, local discovery. The exact content varies between strands A, B and C: the application must identify the strand requested and show the direct link between costs and a sustainable tourism offer.
Amount and funding terms
The catalogue mentions aid of up to 80% of eligible costs. The rate actually available, any caps and eligible costs depend on the strand concerned in the LEADER agreement and must be confirmed with the LAG.
How to apply
1. Identify which strand (A, B or C) the project matches. 2. Check the location and the applicant’s status against the exclusions. 3. Describe the proposed experience, routes, target audiences and local benefits. 4. Have the budget and costs validated by the LAG. 5. Submit the application before any unauthorised start of operations.
Timeline
The agreement corresponds to the 2023-2027 programming period. Whether the action is open, deadlines and available funds must be confirmed with the Pays de la Bresse Bourguignonne.
Key facts
- Funder
- Union européenne
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Open
- Funding rate
- 80%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Closes
- 31 December 2027
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
Can a tourism micro-business apply?
The catalogue indicates that a micro-business is eligible only as part of grouped actions. Check the exact strand of the action before preparing the application.
Are all tourism projects concerned?
No. The project must fall within the action’s strands and have a clear link with eco-tourism, touring or slow tourism.
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