Accessible campsite proposed for Lake Störmthal

Integration of diverse individuals or groups into a community or institution. - Accessible campsite proposed for Lake Störmthal

In Großpösna near the Stormthal Lake, a new accessible campsite is slated for construction. The Saxon State Ministry for Regional Development is backing the venture with over 33.7 million euros. This news came from an official communication from the ministry on Friday. The campsite in the Leipzig district aims to offer both a vacation spot and employment opportunities for those with disabilities.

Per the release, a plot at the lakeside in Grunaer Weg, measuring 420,000 square meters, has been earmarked for the endeavor. The facility will provide not only wheelchair-accessible tiny homes but also accommodation for 185 campers, RVs, and tents. It will additionally have play and exploratory zones, a beach area guarded by security and featuring cuisine, fenced-in zones for animal-related educational activities, and an integration support agency. The Municipal Enterprise for Disability Care (SEB) of Leipzig City will oversee the project, both developing and running the campsite through a charity-based inclusion organization, as per the ministry's announcement. The project is one of eight initiatives in the tourism infrastructure realm throughout Middle Germany financed via the Coal Regions Investment Law.

Press Release: Saxon State Ministry for Regional Development [Press Release]

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1. The accessible campsite, under development in the District of Leipzig, specifically in Großpösna, will offer inclusion in tourism by providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
2. The Saxony State Ministry for Regional Development has allocated over 33.7 million euros towards constructing an inclusive campsite near Stormthal Lake, which is anticipated to attract visitors from Leipzig and beyond.
3. Located at a lakeside plot in Grunaer Weg, the new campsite in Saxony will offer various facilities, such as wheelchair-accessible tiny homes, RV spaces, tent sites, and an integration support agency, fostering an inclusive tourism experience.
4. The Municipal Enterprise for Disability Care (SEB) of Leipzig City will manage the project, ensuring the campsite's development and operation are carried out through a charity-based inclusion organization, as per the Saxon State Ministry for Regional Development's announcement.

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