SENSES of Heritage: Smart Engagement for a New Sustainable Experience of Heritage Sites
active 6 days, 20 hours agoProject Idea Summary:
The project “SENSES of Heritage” aims to develop smart, digitally guided tourism experiences through innovation in cultural tourism, focusing on diverse aspects of tangible and intangible cultural heritage across participating countries.
Each partner will design and implement a pilot action based on their local Smart Specialization Strategy (S3), merging traditional cultural values with digital technologies and social innovation.
Thematic Focus by Country / Partner Specialization:
• Serbia: Folklore heritage (music, dance, costume) – digitized and made interactive
• Greece: Ancient heritage and mythology – reinterpreted through VR/AR tourism
• Croatia: Maritime heritage and digital archaeological tourism
• Italy: Gastronomic heritage – e-services for smart gastro-tourist routes
• Slovenia: Green architecture and Alpine cultural heritage
• Albania: Urban cultural festivals – youth engagement and digital promotion
• Montenegro: Religious and spiritual tourism – guided by apps and e-tools
• Bosnia and Herzegovina: Multicultural heritage and traditional crafts – immersive digital storytelling and maker-spaces
Note: Partners may freely propose other thematic focuses aligned with their own regional strengths, heritage assets, or innovation priorities.
Main Objectives:
• To develop transnational models of innovation in sustainable and smart tourism, based on digital tools and local heritage
• To foster cluster collaboration among creative and cultural organizations
• To test and enhance innovative e-services in tourism (e-learning, e-marketing, gamification)
• To use social innovation to engage both young and elderly citizens in the preservation and promotion of heritage
• To bridge the digital divide by making culture accessible via digital platforms and education
Key Activities (Indicative):
• Creation of the “SENSES Toolkit” – a digital toolset for smart heritage-based tourism
• Implementation of 7 pilot actions (one per partner) including e-tours, VR experiences, hybrid cultural events
• Establishment of a transnational innovation network for smart and sustainable tourism
• Capacity building and e-learning programs for cultural operators and entrepreneurs
• Exchange of best practices and policy recommendations for integrating culture into S3 strategies
Expected Deliverables:
• An interactive multimedia e-platform showcasing all pilots
• Report on the application of S3 strategies in cultural tourism
• A transnational implementation guide for smart tourism models
• Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) for each pilot action
• Establishment of the SENSES partner innovation network
Looking for partners who:
• Have experience in cultural heritage, digital innovation, tourism, or social engagement
• Can contribute expertise or pilot actions in line with the Smart Specialization Strategy of their region
• Are interested in co-developing e-services, training activities, and policy tools
If you’re interested in joining or want to explore synergies with your organization’s priorities, we would be happy to schedule a short meeting to present the concept in more detail.
🖂 Contact us at: [petras99@gmail.com]
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Meri joined the project idea
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AULONA joined the project idea
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Ana joined the project idea
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We are interested in in becoming a partner in your project. We represent the Municipality of Macerata and have participated in numerous European calls for proposals over the years.
We would be grateful if you could provide us with more details about the proposal, including the main objectives, the planned activities, and the expected role of partners
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Chiara joined the project idea
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