Palazzo Cesi, the 15th century residence in Acquasparte, has been restored and is now open to the public, thanks to a contribution of EUR 320 000 in EU funds, covering 50% of the cost of works.

Terni Smart City is the name given to a programme of measures co-funded by the EU to make the city centre more accessible, attractive and environmentally friendly. Total funding of EUR 9.5 million from the EU funds managed by the region is to go towards initiatives in various sectors, ranging from sustainable mobility and energy efficiency, to tourism and social inclusion.

The EU has financed 50% of a project to promote Terni’s cultural heritage by improving services for cultural enthusiasts visiting CAOS (Centri Arti Opificio Siri), the Palazzo di Primavera (Spring Palace), the Terni public library and the Roman amphitheatre.

The European Social Fund is funding 50% of a local education services project aimed at fighting social marginalisation stemming from poverty, family issues or opposition to institutionalisation, through an integrated network of services to support children, adolescents and families.

Thanks to the European Regional Development Fund, the magnificent gorges of the River Nera – an area that abounds with nature and evocative historical sites – will soon have a cycle path to guide tourists around the Natura 2000 sites and encourage sustainable mobility between Terni and Narni. At a public cost of EUR 2 million, the project is 50% financed by the EU.

The energy performance of Sandro Pertini primary school, located in the school complex on Via delle Rose in Narni Scalo, is set to be improved, thanks to an EU contribution covering 50% of costs.