HERICOAST

Europe’s maritime & fluvial regions exist in great diversity, yet show parallels in spatial & political challenges. The Cultural heritage of these regions form an essential part of coastal landscape. This heritage is considered particular vulnerable exposed to spatial changes in transport, industrialisation of fisheries and use of coastal zones for tourism.  Regional policy instruments will be improved through new projects, improved governance and structural change. Seven MEUR in Structural Funds are estimated to be influenced by the project, as well as 1.030 MEUR of other funds. The number of visitors to cultural heritage sites is expected to increase and public access to these sites expected to improve. The partnership covers 8 partners from 6 countries (NO,RO,ES,IT,NL,IE). A 3-step interregional learning process will be applied:       1) Identification and analysis of heritage & territorial situations;       2) exchange of experience and good practice within heritage management;      3) development of regional action plans through participatory involvement of stakeholders. A methodological framework and a toolbox for assessing & developing heritage will serve as backbone to the learning process. This video shows the rich tangible and intangible Heritage of