El aumento de las inversiones en ecoturismo en el norte de Montenegro

As global travelers increasingly seek sustainable and nature-centric travel experiences, eco-tourism is emerging as a high-growth sector in Montenegro. While coastal areas attract traditional summer tourists, Montenegro’s northern region—featuring deep canyons, glacial lakes, and dense forests—is attracting significant sustainable investment capital.

The Northern Region: National Parks and Natural Heritage

Northern Montenegro features two UNESCO World Heritage sites and five national parks:

• Durmitor National Park: Famous for the Black Lake, Tara River Canyon (the deepest canyon in Europe), and active winter skiing in Zabljak.
• Biogradska Gora National Park: Home to one of Europe’s last three primeval rainforests, surrounding a pristine glacial lake.
• Prokletije National Park: Famous for dramatic alpine peaks and hiking trails.

Lucrative Eco-Tourism Project Formats

Investors are focusing on low-density, high-yield accommodation models:

• Eco-Lodges and Chalets: High-end wooden and stone cabins constructed using local materials and integrating renewable energy systems (solar, geothermal).
• Glamping Sites: Luxury dome tents and treehouses providing high-comfort stays with minimal environmental impact.
• Organic Farmstays (Ethno Villages): Combining traditional Montenegrin stone cottages with organic agricultural production, capitalizing on the growing culinary tourism segment.

Government Incentives for Sustainable Developments

The Montenegrin government actively encourages eco-investments through:

• Subsidies: Direct grants from the Ministry of Tourism and Agriculture to cover up to 50% of the cost of setting up sustainable accommodation or farming systems.
• Reduced VAT: Eco-lodges and ethno-villages enjoy a reduced VAT rate of 7% on accommodation services (compared to the standard 21%).
• Fast-Track Approvals: Sustainable developments outside major urban centers benefit from expedited planning permissions.