Cross Tour

LL-00276

Development of new sustainable tourism products for cross-border visitors

Common territorial challenge (s) that will be tackled by the project

Akmenė and Dobele, located near larger cities like Riga and Šiauliai, are often visited for short, one-day trips. As a result, many tourists return to the larger cities, leaving these rural areas less visited and more vulnerable. A key challenge for both partners is the lack of digital, interactive cross-border tourism products offering unique, tailored experiences. Cross-border cooperation is needed to develop these attractions and increase visitors engagement.

Project objective

The project aims to enhance the role of cultural heritage and nature in tourism development by creating new tourism objects and improving existing ones. This will increase the area’s attractiveness for cross-border visitors, encouraging longer stays and boosting the local economy.

Planned activities

The main outputs of the project include acquisition of historical furniture and garden frame for Dabikinė Manor, improvements to Dobele Castle site, including reconstructing the Castle garden. An interactive mobile application for Dobele castle medicinal plant garden will provide historical insights, while digital tour of the second floor and terrace will improve site accessibility. A joint cross-border tourism route and road game car route “From Dobele to Akmenė”, featuring about 50 points of interest, will be created and published on national tourism portals. Additionally, an interactive projection of Dabikinė Manor and outdoor virtual reality experience will also engage visitors. By introducing new tourism products and supporting small-scale operators and communities, the project will create longer, more diverse routes and encourage overnight stays. This will strengthen cross-border tourism, increase regional economic potential, and provide sustainable benefits for local communities.

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