Tourism YOUNG.Invest

The Tourism JUNG.Invest funding is aimed at young entrepreneurs and start-ups who wish to newly establish or take over a small or medium-sized tourism company in Carinthia and have been operating it for a maximum of three years. Investments in intangible and tangible fixed assets within the framework of the establishment or takeover are eligible for funding, provided that the capitalized eligible costs are between net EUR 50,000 and EUR 500,000. A regional investment location in Carinthia as well as membership in the Carinthian Chamber of Commerce in the Tourism and Leisure Industry division form the basis for approval. Additionally, the applicant must contribute at least 25% of the project costs as equity, acquire a company share of over 50%, and hold the management position. Furthermore, personal qualification, a coherent business concept, and an energy certificate (not older than three years) must be demonstrated. Soil sealing may increase by a maximum of 25% within the scope of the investment.

The grant amounts to 15% of the eligible expenses, which is equally shared between ÖHT and KWF. Applications are to be submitted exclusively online via ÖHT by no later than December 31, 2026, and must be submitted prior to the start of the project. A complete ÖHT online application including the KWF supplement as well as proof of the energy certificate are part of the application documents. This funding particularly supports innovative product differentiation, quality enhancement, and season extension in Carinthia’s tourism and leisure industry. The goal is to sustainably promote the establishment, takeover, and sustainable development of SMEs and to contribute to strengthening Carinthia as a tourism location.