Program: European Territorial Cooperation Programmes: INTERREG
Lead partner: EGTC TRITIA
Partners: Target companies, municipalities
Schedule: 2025-2026
Budget: 330 000 – 430 000 EUR
Project description: The aim of the project is to develop missing infrastructure for cyclists, increase the attractiveness of the area for cycle tourism in the Slovak-Polish border region through sustainable tourism. The project will create conditions for sustainable mobility and cycling travel, and enhance the attractiveness of the natural heritage of the involved towns and municipalities.
The construction of 4 to 6 bike shelters – in Kornňa, Čierne, ????, Istebná, ???, ??? (locations under negotiation) – and the promotion of these shelters on bike paths connecting the Beskydy and Tatras will significantly support the development of cycle tourism in the area, opening new connections between the two countries.
The project will provide benefits in environmental protection, cultural development, and tourism in the region. The bike shelters will be designed to fit into the landscape and reflect the local culture of the area.
Consistency with strategy and action plan
Strategic objective:
CR4 Development of tourism infrastructure related to the development of hiking trails and paths, cross-country ski trails, cycle paths and trails, hippo and hipporeliery, associated infrastructure and other recreational facilities.
Action plan:
Construction of small architecture in the Czech-Slovak border area
Strengthening of sustainable cycling
Promotion of the border region as an attractive tourist region.