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Programme 2000 - 2006 Interreg IIIC South

Date of latest update: 2023-03-15

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Description (EN):

Pilgrimages have been a unique cornerstone in the creation of European cultures as a result of the exchanges generated by the 2,500 pilgrimage sites that have existed on the European continent. Today, most of these sites have disappeared because they have not been able to keep up with developments in society nor have they adapted to new visitor expectations. It is now necessary to take into account new social aspects and new spiritual and cultural practices in order to guarantee and diversify the activity of such sites, attracting a broader public. Overall objective / Objectif général In the framework of the European network of the seven Major Visitor Sites, COESIMA aims to improve organisation and to adapt and diversify activities to improve the economic and social development of such locations. Analysis of tourism flows by means of the same visitor frequency studies should make it possible to ascertain the motivation, the loyalty and the expectations of pilgrims from Europe and from the rest of the world. Accessibility studies will define any adaptations required for the handicapped. Actions to promote cultural value should involve the protection and restoration of outstanding constructions. The lead partner’s experience in cross-border cooperation (INTERREG II AND III A) and the topics covered in this framework should form a basis for continued, coherent action in inter-regional cooperation as presented in COESIMA. Expected results / Résultats attendus COESIMA creates a permanent network of the major European visitor sites so that know-how can be acquired, shared, developed and disseminated. The themed studies that form the pilot action of this project should lead to the definition of options for structural alterations or events to be set up in each site to improve organisation and utilisation. Such elements are necessary to make the locations more attractive and to diversify them in order to promote sustainable development. Common promotion will increase themed stays in the COESIMA towns for international visitors. It will be backed by actions to improve the quality of reception based on a joint charter set up by the “major visitor sites” to promote visitor loyalty.

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Health and social services Cultural heritage and arts Social inclusion and equal opportunities

Partners (7)

Lead Partner: Association Lourdes Développement

Address: Place Peyramale, 65104 LOURDES, France

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Comune di Loreto

Name: Comune di Loreto

Address: via Asdrubali, 32, 60025 Loreto, Italy

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Museo das Peregrinacións

Name: Museo das Peregrinacións

Address: Rua de San Miguel, n°4, 15704 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA, Spain

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Nomarchiaki Autodiikisi Dodecanesou

Name: Nomarchiaki Autodiikisi Dodecanesou

Address: Platia Elephterias n°1, 85100 RHODES, Greece

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Urzad Miasta Czestochowy

Name: Urzad Miasta Czestochowy

Address: Ul. Slaska 11/13, 42200 CZESTOCHOWA, Poland

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Stadt Altötting

Name: Stadt Altötting

Address: Kapellplatz 2a, 84503 ALTÖTTING, Germany

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Região de Turismo Leiria Fatima

Name: Região de Turismo Leiria Fatima

Address: Jardim Luis de Camões, Apartado 1115, 2401-801 LEIRIA, Portugal

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Summary

Project name (FR): COESIMA - Coopération Européenne de Sites Majeurs d'Accuei

Project acronym: COESIMA

Project start date: 2004-04-01

Project end date: 2008-03-31

Project status: closed

Total budget/expenditure: EUR 1 907 000.00

Total EU funding (amount): EUR 1 189 247.00

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2000 - 2006 Interreg IIIC South

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2018-10-01

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85 / 85 (100%)

No. of project partnerships in keep.eu / Total no. of project partnerships (% of project partnerships in keep.eu)

673 / 673 (100%)

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