Cross-Re-Tour

The primary objective of Cross-Re-Tour is to foster innovation in circular, green, and digital operations within small and medium-sized enterprises in the tourism industry. The project offers access to valuable knowledge, cutting-edge tools, and innovative solutions, while also connecting tourism enterprises with leaders in the green and digital transition from various industries. The project focuses on six business areas: Energy, Water, Transport, Food, Furniture and Equipment, and Plastic—as well as two transversal topics: Staff Nudging and Client Nudging. By facilitating these cross-sector collaborations, Cross-Re-Tour aims to break down barriers and promote sustainable tourism.

Service information

Areas of action

Economic-Financial

Documentation about this project

Cross-Re-Tour Project Description

Subsidies and Opportunities

Competitive Call for Proposals for Innovative Tourism Projects

Cross-Re-Tour announces a call for proposals aimed at SMEs in the tourism sector and their partners to present innovative projects that promote the green and digital transition in tourism. This initiative seeks to support sustainable and innovative proposals by providing funding and the opportunity to participate in the “Cross-domain Open Innovation Programme”, fostering connection with companies from eight countries: the Netherlands, Spain (Catalonia), Germany, Slovenia, Portugal, Montenegro, Latvia, and Malta.

Eligible projects must align with one or more of the following areas:

• Water
• Energy
• Plastics
• Transport
• Food
• Equipment and Furniture
• Customer Engagement
• Staff Engagement

Applicants may request funding of €20,000 or €30,000, with a total of €2,400,000 available (of which €300,000 is reserved for Catalan companies). The funding supports studies, training, certifications, implementation of measures, and innovation pilot projects.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via the online application form using the templates available on this page and the Cross-Re-Tour project website.

Key Dates

• Information Session: December 2, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. (registration available here)
• Deadline for Submission of Applications: January 22, 2025
• Implementation Period for Selected Projects: From April 2025 to June 2026 (14 months)

Available Documentation

• Guidelines for Applicants
• Courtesy Application Form
• Annex 1: Project Financial Plan
• Annex 2: Declaration of Honour