Erasmus+ Cooperation with Sister Projects for Jubilee 2025
The HIKE project continues expanding its international network through cooperation with sister projects funded under the Erasmus+ Programme. On March 19, 2025, HIKE was showcased during the online conference organised by the fellow Erasmus+ project “Young Pilgrims of Hope”
The HIKE Project Recognised as a Best Practice by Interreg Europe
The HIKE project has been officially recognised by Interreg Europe as an outstanding example of promoting health-enhancing physical activity (HEPA) integrated with cultural heritage exploration.
HIKE Project Partners Meet in Antalya for Collaboration and Field visit
On 22 – 23 January 2025, representatives of the European Association of Via Francigena Ways (EAVF) and the Culture Routes Society (CRS) met in Antalya, Turkey.
Hiking Back in Time: Uncover Europe’s Historic Routes
In autumn 2024, the HIKE project brought participants together to celebrate healthy habits and active lifestyles through walking events across three countries. While rooted in sports, the project has also served as a unique opportunity to connect with the past and honour Europe’s cultural heritage.
From La Storta to the Heart of Rome: HIKE arrives to Vatican
On 17 December 2024, the walk from Siena to Rome organised by the Municipality of Siena in collaboration with the DMO Terre di Siena, Legambiente and the Gruppo Trekking Senese reached its grand finale as participants arrived to St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. The 13-stage journey under the patronage of the European Association of […]
HIKE inspires local hiking community in Bologna
On 2 November 2024, the group led by Roberto Ognibene organized a day of walking in collaboration with Simona Spinola, the communications manager of the Via Francigena and the HIKE project. This event revisited the innovative approach used during the HIKE initiatives held in Puglia last September. Over 30 hiking enthusiasts, and members of the […]
HIKE takes the Spotlight at the Rural Lab in Brussels
HIKE achievements and methodology were showcased in Brussels at the Rural Lab event “Enhancing policy coordination for vibrant rural areas: Learning from experience to build a sustainable rural future” organised by the European Commission’s Rural Pact Support Office on 28 November 2024. The event, bringing together over 100 participants, was focused on exploring strategies for […]
HIKE at the 7th annual Greek Trails Network Conference
The 7th Annual Greek Trails Network Conference took place in the historic city of Chania, Crete, bringing together trail enthusiasts, policymakers, and tourism experts from across Greece. The event focused on promoting, developing, and preserving Greece’s extensive trail networks, highlighting their importance for sustainable tourism and cultural heritage. Among the participants, Fivos Tsavaropoulos – General […]
HIKE meets Crossroads of Cultural Routes in Besançon
On 25 November 2024 in French Besançon took place the conference “Crossroads of Cultural Routes”, jointly organised by the European Association of Via Francigena Ways (EAVF) and Grand Besançon Métropole, with financial support from the Ministry of Culture. This event brought together eight European cultural routes — such as Via Francigena, St James ways (Camino […]
Hiking through nature in the Italian Murgia
On 27 October 2024, a group of nature enthusiasts, inspired by the HIKE methodology, explored the stunning Canale di Pirro, an expansive karst basin located in the heart of Murgia (Apulia region, Italy). Following up on HIKE activities conducted in Apulia in September, this adventure was organized to encourage a shared and mindful rediscovery of […]