Enhancing Cross-Border Cooperation in Sustainable Rural Ecotourism and Preserving Cultural Heritage.

The RURAL FOODTOUR project enhances cross-border cooperation in rural-ethno and eco-tourism by identifying and promoting local food producers with tourist potential in North Bačka and Csongrád-Csanád.

Key activities include a joint regional study, creation of a cross-border database, and training of 20 young volunteers in filmmaking. Together, they will produce 20 bilingual video spots and social media content, showcasing sustainable production methods and cultural heritage. The project also features mutual exhibitions, a printed catalogue, and a targeted media campaign to increase visibility.

By connecting local communities, youth, and tourists, the project fosters cultural exchange, encourages youth activism, and contributes to sustainable tourism development in the cross-border region.

• Conducted regional research and published a joint study on eco, organic, and traditional rural food producers in the cross-border region.
• Created a cross-border database of rural food producers with tourism potential.
• Trained a cross-border group of 20 young volunteers in the field of filmmaking.
• Produced and published 20 bilingual video spots promoting selected rural food producers.
• Developed and launched a multilingual cross-border web platform and mobile application for information, promotion, and tourist reservations.
• Increased visibility and accessibility of rural-ethno tourism offers and cultural heritage through digital tools and media.
• Organized two cross-border exhibitions and two public events promoting the project's outcomes.
• Fostered intercultural exchange, youth activism, and sustainable tourism development in the region.