Intermunicipal Community of the Coimbra Region

The Intermunicipal Community of the Coimbra Region (CIM Coimbra Region) is a public intermunicipal organisation bringing together 19 municipalities in Central Portugal, promoting integrated regional development, territorial cohesion and intermunicipal cooperation.Covering a diverse territory that connects urban and rural areas, coastal landscapes, mountains, rivers and a rich cultural heritage, CIM Coimbra Region works to strengthen regional competitiveness, sustainability and quality of life through coordinated strategies and collaborative projects.Its activities span several strategic areas, including sustainable tourism, economic development, mobility, environmental sustainability, culture, innovation and territorial planning.In the field of tourism, CIM Coimbra Region plays an active role in destination development and management, fostering cooperation between municipalities, public institutions, businesses and local communities. Its initiatives focus on enhancing natural and cultural heritage, developing integrated tourism products, promoting sustainable and innovative tourism practices and strengthening the region's identity and attractiveness as a destination.Through regional strategies and European cooperation projects, including Tourism4SDG, CIM Coimbra Region seeks to advance sustainable destination management, improve tourism governance and promote evidence-based approaches to tourism development.Committed to a collaborative and place-based approach, the organisation aims to ensure that tourism contributes positively to local communities, environmental protection, economic opportunities and balanced territorial development.

CIM Coimbra Region welcomes opportunities to exchange knowledge, share good practices and establish European partnerships that support more resilient, inclusive and sustainable tourism destinations.