The city of Edirne in North Western Turkey becomes an important station for the 2024 EuroVelo 13 bicycle tour, which will contribute to the much-deserved recognition of Edirne in the tourism sector. In the coming months, this historic city will be part of this international event, serving as a significant stop on the renowned EuroVelo 13 bicycle tour route in Turkey. Indeed, Edirne’s inclusion in the visual calendar for the EuroVelo in July 2024 highlights its role in this event.
EuroVelo 13, also known as the Iron Curtain Bicycle Route, starts from Norway and spans 20 countries, culminating in Edirne, Turkey. Thus, cyclists visiting Edirne will have the opportunity to experience the beauty of the geography this city offers, amidst the colorful landscapes of lavender and sunflower fields.
ABOUT EUROVELO
EuroVelo bicycle routes are known as the European cycle tourism network, with over 70,000 kilometers of planned routes, though only 45,000 kilometers have been completed. It encompasses a total of 16 long-distance bicycle routes.
EuroVelo 13 follows the former Iron Curtain, stretching from the Barents Sea to the Black Sea. Traversing more than 9,950 kilometers of this route not only provides a living history lesson but also serves as a poignant reminder of peace and reconciliation following the fall of the Iron Curtain.
Countries through which the EuroVelo 13 tour passes include Norway, Finland, Russia, Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Greece, Bulgaria and Turkey. Various organizations such as EDOSK and ETTDER in Edirne contribute to this project through their efforts.
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