about the project
Our mission
The project „Gates for the sustainable integration of the culture of the Middle Prut Valley into European tourist routes”/ROMD00219 is funded by the European Union under the Interreg NEXT Romania-Moldova program and responds to the need for cross-border social development between Romania and the Republic of Moldova in the field of cultural and tourist heritage. The Middle Prut Valley area is characterized by a rich but underutilized heritage, with cultural and tourist objectives that require modernization, conservation and integrated promotion.
There is a clear opportunity to create synergies between local public authorities in Ungheni and Iași, cultural institutions and local communities, to develop common strategies for valorizing heritage and to integrate these objectives into European tourist routes.
Project Period: June 16, 2025 - June 16, 2027
Implementation period
16.06.25 - 16.06.27
Total budget
cultural events
BENEFICIARIES of the project
Our impact
Through this project we contribute to:
01. Preservation of the region's intangible cultural heritage
06. Promoting and preserving local traditions.
05. Increasing the international visibility of the Prut Valley
02. Creating economic opportunities through cultural tourism
03. Strengthening common cultural identity
04. Developing the skills of craftsmen and cultural specialists
The project „Gates for the sustainable integration of the culture of the Middle Prut Valley into European tourist routes”/ROMD00219 is funded by the European Union under the Interreg NEXT Romania-Moldova program and responds to the need for cross-border social development between Romania and the Republic of Moldova in the field of cultural and tourist heritage. The Middle Prut Valley area is characterized by a rich but underutilized heritage, with cultural and tourist objectives that require modernization, conservation and integrated promotion.
There is a clear opportunity to create synergies between local public authorities in Ungheni and Iași, cultural institutions and local communities, to develop common strategies for valorizing heritage and to integrate these objectives into European tourist routes.
The project "Gates for the sustainable integration of the culture of the Middle Prut Valley into European tourist routes"/ROMD00219 responds to the following existing challenges:
- Lack of adequate infrastructure for the preservation of tangible and intangible heritage;
- The need to increase the visibility and accessibility of cultural objectives in the Ungheni - Iași cross-border region;
- The need to train personnel in the field of culture and involve the community in educational and cultural activities;
- The need to strengthen sustainable cross-border partnerships between local authorities and cultural organizations.
Culture represents a living experience, essential for the sustainable development of communities, beyond the economic dimension. The project "Gates for the sustainable integration of the culture of the Middle Prut Valley into European tourist routes”/ROMD00219 starts from the need to valorize the tangible and intangible cultural heritage of the Middle Prut Valley through active community involvement, modernization of cultural infrastructure and strengthening cross-border cooperation. By organizing cultural events, thematic workshops, camps, exhibitions and conferences, the project contributes to preserving traditions, developing the skills of museum staff and increasing the attractiveness of museums, with the objective of attracting a minimum of 16,000 visitors. The integration of digital technologies, such as QR codes and video materials, will improve the cultural experience of visitors and access to information.
The project stimulates cross-border cooperation through a sustainable partnership and the development of a common strategy for promoting cultural heritage, facilitating the integration of the Middle Prut Valley into European tourist routes and supporting local economic development.
At the same time, the energy rehabilitation of the Ungheni Palace of Culture will have a positive impact on the environment, by reducing energy consumption, preserving the architectural heritage and improving the urban image. Thus, the project contributes to the sustainable cultural, social and economic development of the region, promoting common heritage and cross-border identity.
Project ROMD00219: 1,665,183.08 EUR
Project Budget ROMD00219: 1,665,183.08 EUR
Project Budget Ungheni City Hall / Republic of Moldova: 1,319,246.39 EUR
Project Budget Iași City Hall / Romania: 345,936.69 EUR
Grant value for the Ungheni City Hall / Republic of Moldova: 1,187,321.75 EUR
Grant value for the City Hall of Iași / Romania: 311,343.02 EUR
Contribution of the Ungheni City Hall / Republic of Moldova: 131,924.64 EUR
Contribution of the City Hall of Iași / Romania: 34,593.67 EUR
Partners involved
Information about Interreg NEXT Romania-Moldova
Interreg NEXT Romania-Moldova is a cross-border cooperation programme funded by the European Union, which supports sustainable development, exchange of experience and joint projects between Romania and the Republic of Moldova. The programme promotes collaboration between public authorities, cultural organisations, local communities and educational institutions to exploit the economic, cultural and tourist potential of the cross-border area.
priority Interreg NEXT Romania - Moldova Program It targets green communities, cross-border social development and cross-border cooperation.
Program Objectives
01
Green communities
Specific Objective - Promoting climate change adaptation and disaster risk prevention and resilience, taking into account ecosystem-based approaches
Specific Objective - Improving the protection and conservation of natural biodiversity and green infrastructure, including in urban areas, and reducing all forms of pollution
02
Cross-border social development
Specific Objective - Improving equal access to inclusive and quality services in education, training and lifelong learning by developing accessible infrastructure, including by fostering resilience for distance and online education and training
Specific Objective - Ensuring equal access to health care and boosting the resilience of health systems, including primary health care, and promoting the transition from institutional to family- and community-based care
Specific Objective - Strengthening the role of culture and sustainable tourism in economic development, social inclusion and social innovation
03
Cross-border cooperation
Specific Objective - Strengthening efficient public administration by promoting legal and administrative cooperation and cooperation between citizens, civil society actors and institutions, in particular, with a view to resolving legal, capacity and other obstacles in the border region
Specific Objective - Border crossing management and mobility and migration management