Kulttuurimatkailun mahdollisuudet ja haasteet syrjäseutujen kehittämiselle

The Maupertius Foundation organised a panel and public discussion in Tornio on 5 September 2026 on the opportunities and challenges of developing cultural tourism in rural and remote areas. Based on the discussion, culture, locality and historical events were seen as having value, but their supply and demand should be developed. The touristic use of existing and new cultural resources was considered to require more financial and human expertise and also wider cooperation. At the same time, it is important to consider how localities and local cultures retain their character in the commercialization processes of tourism so that they continue to reflect and resonate with local people and their identities.