Friday, 10th October 2025

Dubrovnik’s EU-Backed Renaissance

With €204 million in EU and national funds, Dubrovnik is quietly leading a transformation that blends heritage with sustainability

Since 2017, the City of Dubrovnik has secured over €203.8 million in non-repayable funding from EU and national sources, marking a silent revolution in urban development.

City officials revealed that under Mayor Mato Franković’s leadership, these funds have been channelled into projects that not only preserve cultural heritage but also modernise public services and infrastructure—without burdening the local budget.

Among the flagship initiatives is the €117 million Dubrovnik Agglomeration project, which overhauls the city’s ageing water and sewage systems.

Meanwhile, the historic Lazareti complex has been restored and reimagined as a contemporary cultural hub.

Investments have also touched everyday lives—with school upgrades in Mokošica, a new care home for the elderly, and the expansion of Lapad’s shoreline.

Franković reportedly emphasised that EU funds were “not a privilege, but a tool,” underscoring their role in building a more sustainable and inclusive city.

Through the ITU mechanism alone, €22 million has been invested in green mobility, including 29 new buses—with 14 electric models on the way.

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