What we achieve

–One Year of MED-Routes

In just one year, the MED-Routes project has made remarkable strides in advancing sustainable tourism across the Mediterranean. By integrating circular economy principles into the tourism and cultural sectors, we are shaping a more sustainable and resilient future for Mediterranean destinations.

🔹 Research and Analysis: Our first year was dedicated to extensive research and mapping of sustainable tourism initiatives. The development of Integrated Maps has been instrumental in identifying opportunities for implementing circular economy practices along cultural routes.

🔹 Participatory Labs: We launched our first collaborative workshops, engaging key tourism stakeholders in dynamic discussions. These participatory labs have fostered the co-creation of eco-itineraries that reflect the unique needs of our communities, ensuring a bottom-up approach to sustainable tourism development.

🔹 Transfer of Best Practices: Building on the success of EU projects such as INCIRCLE and EMBLEMATIC, we have begun adapting and integrating best practices to enhance the sustainability of our tourism itineraries. These proven strategies serve as valuable models for MED-Routes’ long-term impact.

🔹 International Teamwork: Recognizing the power of cross-border collaboration, we established a Transnational Working Group dedicated to key sustainability pillars: sustainable mobility, waste management, and renewable energy. This initiative reinforces our commitment to practical and scalable solutions.

🔹 Environmental Monitoring: To track and minimize our environmental footprint, we introduced a carbon footprint calculation system. This tool allows us to measure the impact of our activities, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement in our sustainability efforts.

🔹 European Synergies: Collaboration is at the heart of MED-Routes. Over the past year, we have engaged with other EURO-MED projects to facilitate knowledge exchange, foster innovation, and build a strong network for sustainable tourism.

🔹 Management and Communication: Our key meetings in Faenza (Italy), Varna (Bulgaria), and Pafos (Cyprus) have been pivotal in refining our strategies and strengthening our partnerships. Simultaneously, the launch of our website, facebook page and communication initiatives have significantly enhanced our project’s visibility and outreach.

Looking Ahead: This is just the beginning! 

As we enter the second year of the MED-Routes Project, exciting developments are taking shape! From the development of a Green-label to the creation of 8 sustainable eco-itineraries, we’re making strides toward a more sustainable and responsible Mediterranean experience.

🎥 Watch the video below to discover what’s been happening and what’s next for MED-Routes.

🔗 Follow our progress on our website and social media channels!