{"id":27289,"date":"2025-06-05T12:15:17","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T12:15:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.rotavicentina.com\/?p=27289"},"modified":"2025-06-11T10:27:35","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T10:27:35","slug":"fei-tur-2025-rota-vicentinas-focus-on-cycling-trails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.rotavicentina.com\/en\/fei-tur-2025-rota-vicentinas-focus-on-cycling-trails\/","title":{"rendered":"FEI-TUR 2025: Rota Vicentina\u2019s Focus on Cycling Trails"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading]Talks<\/span>, <\/span>walks<\/span>, rides, <\/span>discounts<\/span>, <\/span>bike<\/span> workshop <\/span>and<\/span> test<\/span> drives for <\/span>all<\/span>!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]The<\/span> 2025 <\/span>edition<\/span> of<\/span> <\/span>FEI-TUR \u2013 <\/span>the<\/span> Southwest<\/span> Tourism<\/span> Fair<\/span><\/span>, <\/span>taking<\/span> place<\/span> from<\/span> <\/span>June<\/span> 12 to 15<\/span><\/span>, <\/span>will<\/span> feature<\/span> a <\/span>very<\/span> special<\/span> presence<\/span> by<\/span> <\/span>Rota Vicentina<\/span><\/span>. In <\/span>addition<\/span> to <\/span>an<\/span> expanded<\/span> stand <\/span>of<\/span> <\/span>36 <\/span>square<\/span> meters<\/span><\/span>, <\/span>we\u2019ll<\/span> be<\/span> bringing<\/span> an<\/span> exclusive <\/span>programme<\/span> fully<\/span> dedicated<\/span> to <\/span><\/span>Cycling <\/span>Trails<\/span><\/span> in <\/span>all<\/span> their<\/span> dimensions<\/span>. <\/span>Curious<\/span>? <\/span>Grab<\/span> your<\/span> bike<\/span> and<\/span> come explore!<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Useful info for all FEI-TUR visitors<\/span><\/b>: This year, you can bring your own bike for a check-up at the Rota Vicentina stand. Every day from <\/span>4 to 6 PM<\/span><\/b>, we\u2019ll have an open <\/span>Bike Station<\/span><\/b> available, where you can get a <\/span>free bike diagnostic<\/span><\/b> and, if you have an <\/span>e-bike<\/span><\/b>, charge your batteries.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t have an e-bike but want to try one? Stop by our stand any day between <\/span>4 and 6 PM<\/span><\/b> for a <\/span>free test drive<\/span><\/b> and discover a transport option that\u2019s simple, accessible, eco-friendly, and healthy.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sounds tempting, right? Come try it \u2014 <\/span>we\u2019ll lend you the bike!<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row unlock_row_content=”” row_height_percent=”0″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ back_color=”#74ce3b”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text]For our <\/span>Members<\/span><\/b><\/a>, we\u2019ll also have a dedicated space at the stand. The <\/span>Members\u2019 Corner<\/span><\/b> is available for meetings and to display promotional materials from our partner businesses.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Visit us and take the opportunity to get yourself known at FEI-TUR.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_single_image media=”27304″][\/vc_single_image][vc_custom_heading]Group<\/span> Walk<\/span> & Ride<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]Whether you\u2019re a fan of walking or cycling, Rota Vicentina offers two opportunities during FEI-TUR to explore the surroundings of <\/span>Vila Nova de Milfontes<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On <\/span>Friday, June 13<\/span><\/b>, we\u2019ll host a <\/span>trail maintenance walk<\/span><\/b> from <\/span>Praia do Malh\u00e3o<\/span><\/b> to the FEI-TUR grounds \u2014 a <\/span>9 km hike<\/span><\/b> along the Fishermen\u2019s Trail, starting at <\/span>9 AM<\/span><\/b>. We\u2019ll be repainting trail markers and collecting any trash we find along the way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We recommend comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and water. The meeting point is the <\/span>Rota Vicentina stand<\/span><\/b> at FEI-TUR.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Interested? Sign up here<\/a> \u2013 spots are limited.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On <\/span>Sunday, June 15<\/span><\/b>, the last day of the fair, we\u2019ll wrap up our FEI-TUR programme with a <\/span>group bike ride<\/span><\/b> around <\/span>Vila Nova de Milfontes<\/span><\/b>, also starting at <\/span>9 AM<\/span><\/b> and ending around <\/span>12 PM<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The route will cover <\/span>15 to 25 km<\/span><\/b> through the municipality, using <\/span>secondary roads and rural paths<\/span><\/b>. It\u2019s perfect for your <\/span>gravel or mountain e-bike<\/span><\/b>, or for the more experienced, a standard bike. Meeting point: <\/span>Vila Nova de Milfontes Tourist Office<\/span><\/b>. Arrival point: <\/span>Rota Vicentina stand<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sign up here.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image media=”27310″][\/vc_single_image][vc_custom_heading]Talks<\/span> with<\/span> Special<\/span> Guests<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]There\u2019s a side of <\/span>Rota Vicentina that\u2019s made for cycling. In total, we offer over <\/span>1,000 km<\/span><\/b> of <\/span>MTB\/Gravel routes<\/span><\/b><\/a>, a <\/span>long-distance crossing<\/span><\/b><\/a>, and a <\/span>Touring Bike\/Cyclotourism route<\/span><\/b><\/a> for those seeking nature, adrenaline, and authentic rural experiences in <\/span>Portugal\u2019s Southwest<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019d like to learn more about the routes, the apps, trail types, or how we define and map our cycling trails, join us <\/span>daily from 5 to 6 PM<\/span><\/b> at our stand for the talk series: <\/span>\u201cPerspectives on the Trails.\u201d<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Each day at <\/span>5 PM<\/span><\/b>, at the <\/span>Bike Caf\u00e9<\/span><\/b> in our stand, we\u2019ll host a different guest speaker sharing unique insights into cycling tourism:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Thursday, June 12<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
\nEduardo Santos<\/span><\/i>, passionate cyclist and Rota Vicentina expert: <\/span>\u201cMy Favourite Trails\u201d<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Friday, June 13<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
\nRicardo Gonzalez<\/span><\/i>, from A2Z, an outdoor tourism company and Rota Vicentina member:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u201cOff the Beaten Path\u201d<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Saturday, June 14<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
\nPedro Almeida<\/span><\/i>, Rota Vicentina\u2019s cycling manager:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Intro to the OutdoorActive Platform & App<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sunday, June 15<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>
\nPedro Caria<\/span><\/i>, teacher and Director of Colos School, and frequent bike user:<\/span> \u00a0<\/span>\u201cHow to Promote a Cycling Culture\u201d<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you run <\/span>accommodation in the region<\/span><\/b>, this one\u2019s especially for you: <\/span>Floema<\/span><\/b>, a brand specialising in signage and sustainable equipment, will present <\/span>Bike Friendly tourism equipment<\/span><\/b> \u2014 a must for anyone wanting to welcome cycling tourists.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss it: Friday<\/strong>, June 13, at 7 PM at our Bike Caf\u00e9<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading]FEI-TUR <\/span>Discounts<\/span> You<\/span> Can\u2019t<\/span> Miss<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text]As always, we\u2019re offering <\/span>exclusive discounts<\/span><\/b> on official Rota Vicentina products:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Oficial white and green T-shirts<\/span><\/b> (XS size only) will be on sale for just <\/span>\u20ac5<\/span><\/b> instead of the usual \u20ac18.<\/span>
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\nThe <\/span>Topographic Map + Guide Book combo<\/span><\/b> will be available for only <\/span>\u20ac25<\/span><\/b> instead of \u20ac30.
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\nThe world of Rota Vicentina awaits you at FEI-TUR.<\/p>\n

Come meet our team and discover the wide network of members working with us to support <\/span>sustainable tourism<\/span><\/b> in this region.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

And don\u2019t forget \u2014 our doors (and arms) are open to all your <\/span>questions, feedback, and ideas<\/span><\/b>. See you there!<\/span><\/p>\n

Rota Vicentina at FEI-TUR is supported by Ebike Alentejo<\/a> and Vicentina Travel<\/a> through the provision of bicycles for exhibition.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>The <\/span><\/b>Municipality of Odemira<\/span><\/b><\/a> supports Rota Vicentina\u2019s Cycling Routes.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

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