The Diputación de Cáceres has inaugurated the 11th Ibero-American Meeting on Rural Tourism and Agrotourism in Guadalupe, in collaboration with the Ibero-American Institute of Rural Tourism (IBEROATUR). This forum, taking place from 9 to 15 November, positions the province of Cáceres as an international hub for discussions on sustainable tourism development in rural environments.
The president of the Diputación, Miguel Ángel Morales, emphasised Cáceres' leadership in rural tourism and agrotourism as key drivers of economic and social development. During his speech, he highlighted the importance of agriculture and agrotourism in combating depopulation and creating new opportunities in rural areas.
Morales also drew parallels between various regions, such as Colombia's coffee-growing areas and the Villuercas-Ibores-Jara region, stressing that each territory must identify its own solutions based on its social and economic circumstances.
The president of IBEROATUR, Humberto López-Tirone, expressed gratitude for the commitment shown by the Diputación de Cáceres and noted that this meeting will mark a turning point in the development of rural communities.
The congress features a comprehensive technical programme and itineraries that will explore strategic locations throughout the province, concluding on 14 November with the presentation of conclusions and agreements at the San Francisco Cultural Complex in Cáceres.
