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Old Town of Neustadt

Neustadt an der Waldnaab, Germany

Old Town of Neustadt
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What do Elvis Presley, Zoigl beer and Germany's deepest hole have in common? They are all associated with the district of Neustadt an der Waldnaab in the heart of the Upper Palatinate Forest. The city of Neustadt an der Waldnaab celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2017. In the last two decades, the focus of local industry and trade on glass and porcelain has changed very significantly. Today, almost all industries are established here. Twelve nature reserves are located in the district, including the well-known basalt cone ‘Hoher Parkstein’, which is of volcanic origin.

Examples of projects and initiatives supported by the EU

Apprenticeship positions in a butcher's shop

A butcher’s shop near Ottenrieth is receiving support from the European Social Fund for its apprenticeship programme. The initiative’s goal is to help young people sustainably integrate into the labour market. 

E-Bike-Region Oberpfälzer Forest

The cooperation project ‘[E-Bike Region Oberpfälzer Wald]’(https://pages.neunburgvormwald.de/de/neunburg-vorm-wald/streaming/detail/POI/p_100004972/e-bike-ladestation-an-der-schwarzachtalhalle) between various rural districts in Upper Palatinate aims to promote environmentally friendly technologies and environmental awareness. With the support of the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD), charging points for e-bikes have been purchased and an e-bike card has been created for all 85 charging stations.

Establishing E-Bike charging stations in the Oberpfälzer Wald region

The cooperation project ‘[E-Bike Region Oberpfälzer Wald]’(https://pages.neunburgvormwald.de/de/neunburg-vorm-wald/streaming/detail/POI/p_100004972/e-bike-ladestation-an-der-schwarzachtalhalle) between various rural districts in Upper Palatinate aims to promote environmentally friendly technologies and environmental awareness. With the support of the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD), charging points for e-bikes have been purchased and an e-bike card has been created for all 85 charging stations.

Energetic renovation of the Lobkowitz Castle

Lobkowitz Castle and Markt Waldthurn’s community centre will get an energy upgrade with funding from the European Regional Development Fund. The renovations will make the municipal infrastructure in both buildings more energy efficient. 

Renovation of Lobkowitz Castle and Community Center in Markt Waldthurn

Lobkowitz Castle and Markt Waldthurn’s community centre will get an energy upgrade with funding from the European Regional Development Fund. The renovations will make the municipal infrastructure in both buildings more energy efficient. A photovoltaic system with panel storage integrated into the roof surface has also been installed.

Information Center in Neustadt am Kulm

In Neustadt am Kulm, a modern information centre has been set up with funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). Visitors can get information about the nature park and the archaeological work being carried out on Rauhen Kulm. It features wheelchair-friendly toilets, a lounge and a large exhibition room. 

Construction of an information center “Kulmhaus” at “Rauhen Kulm”

In Neustadt am Kulm, a modern information centre has been set up with funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). It features wheelchair-friendly toilets, a lounge and a large exhibition room. Visitors can get information about the nature park and the archaeological work being carried out on Rauhen Kulm.

Promotion of Apprenticeships in Fuerth

A butcher’s shop is receiving support from the European Social Fund for its apprenticeship programme. The initiative’s goal is to help young people sustainably integrate into the labour market. 

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