Castelo Branco intends to transform the rivers and reservoirs of the region into nautical tourism destinations, positioning them as engines of economic development for the country's interior. The municipality is debating the future of nautical tourism and aims to implement strategies that bring the Blue Economy to Portugal's interior.
The municipality of Castelo Branco recognizes the potential of the region's water resources to attract visitors and boost the local economy through water-related activities. This approach is part of a broader strategy to enhance inland territories, which often have fewer traditional tourism resources.
The debate on nautical tourism in Castelo Branco comes at a time when various regions in Portugal's interior are seeking innovative ways to stimulate economic development. The rivers and reservoirs of Beira Baixa represent a resource that has yet to be fully explored in terms of nature tourism and aquatic leisure.
