HIKE - HIKing for a healthier lifestylE along European Cultural Routes
Country
Italy, Greece, Türkiye
2021-2023
Aimed for
All age groups
Type of partnership
Public-Private Partnership
Sectors
Community, Culture & Arts, Environmental sustainability, Physical Activity & Sports, Public administration
Innovation
Methodological, Social
Aim
HIKE is an Interreg Europe funded project designed to encourage healthier lifestyles through hiking along European cultural walking routes. It merges physical activity with cultural discovery, fostering a healthier lifestyle, enriching the understanding of shared heritage, and cultivating a community of hiking enthusiasts. The project develops educational tools and resources to encourage participation, emphasizing the holistic benefits of walking in nature, combined with historical and cultural exploration.
Outcome
Outcome
Engaged diverse groups (children, seniors, tourists, sports enthusiasts, local communities), with 500 participants in initial events. Increased awareness of HEPA and cultural routes, demonstrated effectiveness in enhancing physical and mental health. Developed reproducible tools and methodologies for other regions or routes.