# Italian municipal tourism and economic initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-municipal-tourism-and-economic-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-09-23T16:50:10.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Italian municipalities are implementing various strategic initiatives to promote local tourism and economic revitalization.

In the Val Bormida region, thirty-three municipalities across the provinces of Cuneo, Asti, and Alessandria have launched a unified digital tourism platform. This initiative by the Unione Montana Alta Langa seeks to overcome administrative divisions by highlighting the area’s shared landscape and culture, specifically targeting tourists and remote workers to combat issues like depopulation.

Other regional efforts include holiday-focused projects in Borgia and Forlì. Borgia has introduced the ‘Il Paese di Babbo Natale’ project to transform its town center into a festive destination, while Forlì has launched the ‘Forlì che Brilla 2026’ program, utilizing a sponsorship model to fund seasonal shows and decorations intended to boost commercial attractiveness.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-23: Italian municipalities launch holiday initiatives in Borgia and Forlì

Municipalities in Borgia and Forlì, Italy, are launching local initiatives and seeking sponsorships to organize community-driven Christmas events and boost holiday tourism.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-municipalities-launch-holiday-initiatives-in-borgia-and-forl

### 2026-09-23: Val Bormida municipalities launch digital tourism platform

Thirty-three municipalities in Italy's Val Bormida region have launched a digital tourism platform to promote local culture and combat depopulation through shared territorial identity.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/val-bormida-municipalities-launch-digital-tourism-platform

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