Primul traseu de cicloturism din Țara Oltului, lansat în județul Sibiu: are 60 de kilometri / foto

A new cycling tourism route will be inaugurated in the Olt Country, promoting sustainable tourism and local community involvement. The event, "Pedalează și Vizitează – Bike Tour with the Făgăraș Mountains", is scheduled for October 10, 2026, featuring a 60-kilometer route starting and ending in Avrig. This initiative is part of the SLOWDOWN project, aimed at fostering responsible economic development through sustainable tourism practices. The route will highlight local cultural and gastronomic sites, with stops at various attractions and experiences showcasing the region's biodiversity. The event emphasizes sustainability, avoiding single-use plastics and using local food products. Participants are encouraged to have experience in cycling and safety gear. The project is funded by the Interreg Europe program, with various international partners involved.