The overall objectives of the project: strengthening of cross-border relations fostering economic development in the border areas supporting municipal co-operation widening people to people contacts facilitation of SME development The specific objectives of the project: improvement of tourism infrastructure (Watchtower in Vastseliina bridge in Aluksne fortress) development and creation of cross-border tourism route preparation of follow-up actions for upgrading fortress complexes( technical projects for Alukne fortress preservation and Vastseliina visitors centre; activity plan for Vastseliina complex) enhancing co-operation between Aluksne town and Vastselina municipality and creation of sustainable circumstances for further common actions. As the long-term impact of the project it is expected that new jobs will be created and more tourists will be attracted also the imago of destinations will be improved.