Innovative inland ferry solutions targeting less connected rural areas for sustainable future

Declining ferry services and lack of bridges have turned rivers into barriers, isolating rural communities and forcing long detours by car. FERRYTALES aims to restore these links with clean, modern ferry system's where bridges are not feasible. Partners in three countries prepare zero-emission and autonomous ferries on the Ipoly/Ipel’ and Elbe rivers, testing innovative technologies services, and user uptake. A joint ferry development guide, business models and proposals for harmonised regulatory framework support wider rollout across central Europe.