What Is The Atlantic Geoparks Project?
The Atlantic Geoparks Project aims to promote and dissiminate the geological and cultural heritage within the Atlantic Area as a basis for an economic development, through the creation of an “European Atlantic Geotourism Route” linking all the territories involved in the Project and creating a common identity and an internationally recognized image. This route will be created by the linking together of innovative tourism products across the partnership and as result it will be possible to experience landscape and geodiversity in new ways.
Who Is Involved?
Armorik Nature Park, France
Take in the mysterious atmosphere of rural Brittany and explore the soaring sea cliffs, the rocky peaks and the Crozon Peninsula.
Arouca UNESCO Global Geopark, Portugal
Walk the old postal paths to discover traditional villages, archaeological monuments and old mines. Along the way see clear water streams and beautiful wild flowers.
Association of Sustainable Municipalities of Cantabria, Spain
On a visit to this stunning natural landscape where birds thrive, take in the beautiful beaches, tour the protected wetlands and Natura 2000 sites.
Azores UNESCO Global Geopark, Portugal
Uncover the volcanic heritage of the Islands, bathe in thermal pools and take a gastronomy tour and experience volcanic steamed food.
Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark, Ireland
Be guided through an ancient landscape, both intimate and wild, explore the dramatic Atlantic sea cliffs, walk the old farming roads and connect with local people in the vibrant towns and villages
Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark, Ireland
Explore the mining heritage of a secluded coastal community though walking trails and a visitor experience centre.
Fforest Fawr UNESCO Global Geopark, United Kingdom
Through the rich archaeology of the region discover how a landscape shaped by ice was transformed by man.
Geoparkea – Basque Coast UNESCO Global Geopark, Spain
Explore the dramatic coast from the land and from the sea through trails, driving routes and boat tours.
Lanzarote and Chinijo Islands UNESCO Global Geopark, Spain
Take a gastronomy tour and discover the influence the mineral rich volcanic soil has on the local produce.
Marble Arch Caves UNESCO Global Geopark, Ireland
Take a guided tour and explore the subterranean world of the underlying limestone and sandstone of the Marble Arch Caves and how this has helped to create a patchwork of rare and natural habitats over ground.
North Pennines AONB UNESCO Global Geopark, United Kingdom
Explore the legacy of the settlements, shafts and spoil heaps of this rich ‘farmer-miner’ landscape though the abundance of walking and cycling trails.
University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD), Portugal
Explore the Alto Douro Wine Region and its rich archaeological landscape through the regional museums, river cruises, walking and cycling trails.
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Come discover and explorer with us the across European Atlantic Frontier
This project is co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund through the Interreg Atlantic Area Programme.