Laufen-Oberndorf economic platform wins Salzburg regionality award!

Laufen-Oberndorf economic platform wins Salzburg regionality award!

The Laufen-Oberndorf economic platform has earned a very special award through its innovative approaches and commitment to the regional economy. On Monday, October 15, 2025, the platform in the Kavalierhaus Kleßheim was honored with the Salzburg Regionality Prize 2025 in the “Economic Innovation” category. The event, which was organized by the Salzburg/MeinBezirk regional media, attracted numerous representatives from politics, business and society.

This award is not just a no-brainer, but also recognizes the outstanding work of the platform, which has established itself as a bridge between Bavaria and Salzburg. State Governor Karoline Edtstadler presented the symbolic “heart of salt” and emphasized the importance of regional projects for strengthening the quality of life in Salzburg. The jury highlighted how the platform uses innovative approaches to think about regional economic power as a common space and promote synergies between companies, institutions and decision-makers.

Initiatives and goals of the platform

One of the main pillars of the platform is the Europataler, a cross-border currency initiative designed to strengthen local purchasing power. This shows the importance of creating both economic and cultural connections between regions. In addition, city marketing is being carried out to position Laufen and Oberndorf as attractive economic and living areas. Club activities serve to promote social interaction and shared identity.

Honoring the economic platform is also a sign of the trend of celebrating regional diversity and innovation. In addition to the “Economic Innovation” category, the Salzburg Regionality Prize is awarded in other areas such as art and culture, health, social affairs and sustainability. This variety of categories shows that in Salzburg there is great value in sustainable and creative projects that enrich regional life.

A look into the future

The Regional Media Tirol Regionality Prize, which will be awarded on May 15, 2025, is already looking for creative and forward-looking projects from companies, associations and institutions in Tyrol. Submissions are possible from February 26, 2025 and open until midnight on April 8, 2025. This underlines the dynamic development and commitment to regional concerns throughout the Alpine region.

The Laufen-Oberndorf economic platform shows how important it is to support and network regional initiatives. For anyone interested in the work of the platform, further information is available directly on the official website Laufen-oberndorf.com to find. The award is not only a reason to be happy, but also a motivation for many other innovative projects in the spirit of regional cooperation.

In summary, it is clear: The combination of regional commitment, innovative ideas and cross-border cooperation has the potential to promote the quality of life and economic well-being in Salzburg and beyond. Let's look forward to the future!