DANUBE WOOD(s)ROUTE
Richness of Danube forests and wood cultural heritage (tangible, intangible) – way towards sustainable green tourism embedded in European cultural route of Danube timber
Our Vision
To preserve and promote the unique richness of the Danube Region’s forests and wood heritage by transforming them into a source of pride, knowledge, and sustainable opportunities for local communities.
Our Mission
To safeguard biodiversity and cultural traditions while creating innovative eco-tourism products and services. By connecting nature, people, and history, we foster responsible use of local resources and strengthen transnational cooperation across the Danube.
Our Process
Through joint mapping, strategy building, pilot actions, and partnerships across 10+ countries, we ensure that both natural and cultural assets are valued and protected. Collaboration, training, and shared tools empower communities to shape a greener, more resilient future.
Discover the Danube Wood(s)Route
The Danube Wood(s)Route connects diverse landscapes, forests, and communities along the Danube Region into one shared cultural journey. Through scenic routes, visitors experience not only the beauty of ancient forests and biodiversity but also the living traditions of woodcraft, architecture, and cultural heritage. Each stop along the route highlights a story: from sustainable forestry and traditional craftsmanship to innovative eco-tourism initiatives. Together, these paths weave a network that celebrates both nature and culture while promoting responsible travel.
Project Activities
The project focuses on concrete actions that bring together nature, culture, and people across the Danube Region.
Mapping & Documentation
Creating an inventory of forests and wood-related cultural heritage across the Danube Region.
Eco-Tourism Development
Designing new products and services that connect biodiversity, traditions, and local economies.
Joint Strategy & Action Plans
Developing a transnational strategy and regional action plans for sustainable development.
Awareness & Education
Organizing campaigns, trainings, and events to strengthen recognition of common natural and cultural assets.
Community Engagement
Involving local stakeholders through training, toolboxes, and crowdfunding initiatives.
Pilot Actions
Testing innovative solutions and approaches in participating countries before wider implementation.
Expected Impact
We develop joint strategies and regional action plans to foster sustainable development and cooperation.
Preserved cultural heritage
Protection and revitalization of traditions, crafts, and wood-related knowledge.
Sustainable tourism growth
Strengthening regional tourism through eco-friendly offers and experiences.
Knowledge transfer & innovation
Creating models, strategies, and toolkits that inspire further projects in Europe.
Enhanced biodiversity
Safeguarding high-value forests and their ecological services.
Empowered communities
Providing tools and opportunities for local actors to benefit from heritage and nature.
European visibility
Establishing the Danube Wood(s)Route as a recognized cultural route and platform for cooperation.
Project Partners
The consortium implementing the DANUBE WOOD(s)ROUTE project includes the following partners:
Business support center L.t.d.,Kranj
Slovenia
leed partner
Institute for Sustainable Development
Slovenia
Holz von Hier nonprofit Ltd
Germany
Association of Parks in Bulgaria
Bulgaria
Varna Economic Development Agency
Bulgaria
WWF Romania Association
Romania
Regional Development Agency of the Pilsen Region
Czechia
Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi and Prokletije
Crna Gora
Croatian Wood Cluster
Croatia
Hungarian Furniture and Wood Association
Hungary
Regional development Agency of the Presov self-governing region
Slovensko
SMART Development Center Association
Romania
Danube competence center
Serbia
Zlatibor Regional Development
Serbia
Sarajevo economic region development agency
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Development Agency Žepče
Bosnia and Herzegovina
South Transdanubian Regional Innovation Agency
Hungary