Geopark Mehedinti Adventure
About this good practice
Problem addressed: growth of mass tourism, an increased appetite for sport events and sport tourism.
In the vicinity of the geopark Mehedinti Plateau and on its territory, there are numerous historical, cultural and touristic objectives – thus the Geopark Mehedinti Adventure was born in 2022 with the aim of promoting places, history, traditions and outdoor movement, in the natural park Geopark MH Plateau.
Geopark Mehedinti Adventure is not only a mountain running and Mountain Bike competition, it is a festival of people who love nature and outdoor sports, concerts and traditional food of the area.
Main beneficiaries and stakeholders of the practice are:
• Participants – Athletes, beginners, families, outdoor sports enthusiasts
• Local Communities – Residents benefit from increased tourism and economic activity.
• Partners & Sponsors – Public and private sector entities supporting the event.
• Local Businesses – Restaurants, accommodations, and service providers benefit from visitors.
Resources needed
The Geopark MH Adventure requires ~50,000 EUR (public, sponsorship).
50 persons (employees and volunteers) are needed for event organization, logistics.
Cost categories: employee salaries, administrative costs, logistics, marketing, fund prize winners, festival costs (music, organization).
Evidence of success
Evidence of success:
• 140+ registered participants in at least one official competition and 1000+ participants in the festival
• Social impact: Encourages community involvement and offers opportunities for beginners and advanced athletes alike
• Environmental sustainability: All activities occur in nature without harming the environment
• Economic benefit: Supports local businesses (restaurants, accommodations)
• Replicability: The model can be adapted to different locations and audiences.
Potential for learning or transfer
The Geopark Mehedinti Adventure has strong potential for learning and transfer due to its flexibility and sustainability. The event can be easily replicated and adapted to different regions, seasons, and target groups.
Key Success Factors for Transfer:
• Scalability: Can be adjusted based on location and available infrastructure.
• Integration of Sports, Culture and outdoor Festival: The combination of sports competitions with cultural activities and outdoor Festival enhances visitor experience and retention.
• Community Engagement: Involvement of local businesses, volunteers, and institutions ensures sustainability.
• Environmental Sustainability: Activities respect natural resources, making it adaptable to eco-sensitive areas.
Possible Barriers to Transfer:
• Funding: Requires financial support (~50,000 EUR per event).
• Volunteer Engagement: at least 50 volunteers needed
Further information
Good practice owner
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