Youth Center in Porto Moniz Sees Significant Rise in Occupancy for 2025
Madeira GuideThe Centro de Juventude in Porto Moniz reports a rise in its occupancy rate to 70.7% in 2025, up from 57.5% in 2023. This reflects an increase of 502 overnight stays, highlighting its strategic role in promoting youth mobility.
The Centro de Juventude in Porto Moniz, Madeira, has concluded the year 2025 with a significant increase in its occupancy rate, reaching 70.7%. This marks a substantial rise from the 57.5% occupancy recorded in 2023, translating into an additional 502 overnight stays. This data was revealed by Paula Margarido, the Regional Secretary for Inclusion, Employment, and Youth, during her recent visit to the municipality.
The growth in occupancy at the youth center underscores its strategic importance in promoting mobility among young people. This is particularly crucial for peripheral regions like Porto Moniz, which are experiencing demographic challenges such as population aging.
These indicators reinforce the strategic role of the Center in promoting youth mobility," noted Margarido, emphasizing the importance of infrastructures that attract young people, especially in peripheral municipalities affected by demographic aging.
The increased occupancy at the Centro de Juventude is a positive sign for the local community and the broader region. By attracting more young visitors, the center not only boosts local tourism but also contributes to the socio-economic vitality of Porto Moniz.
Located in a picturesque setting, Porto Moniz is renowned for its natural beauty, including the famous natural swimming pools. The town's commitment to enhancing youth engagement through facilities like the youth center is reflective of its broader strategy to promote sustainable tourism and community development.
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Madeira Guide
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