EU funding for the Ptuj Memorial Park

Ljubljana, 22 May 2018 – Government Office for Development and European Cohesion Policy, the Managing Authority for ERDF, ESF and the Cohesion Fund, issued a grant decision for the project ‘’Ptuj Memorial Park’’. The investment which totals EUR 1.2 million will receive EUR 900,000 from the European Regional Development Fund.

The project includes an extensive redevelopment of a disused and deteriorating cemetery and aims to improve the quality of life of town residents. By revitalizing the degraded and neglected public green space and repurposing it, the project offers long-term improvements to the economic, physical, social and environmental aspects of the area, conserves the cultural heritage of the town of Ptuj, raises awareness of the population about the importance of cultural heritage, and diversifies tourist offer of the town. The revamped park will become an attractive venue accommodating a variety of cultural events and educational activities.   

For more information, please refer to the Ministry of the Environment and Spatial Planning