Bike Cross - Biking to Inspire Knowledge and Education in Nature

About project

The BIKE CROSS project is implemented within the framework of the Interreg VI-A Hungary-Croatia Cross-Border Programme 2021-2027.

The overall objective of the project is to encourage students and teachers to adopt an active and healthy lifestyle, to develop awareness of sustainable transport, and to connect natural sciences, social subjects, and physical activity through interdisciplinary learning in a real-world environment.

The project focuses on educating primary school students and teachers about sustainable transport, environmental protection, and the natural, cultural, and historical heritage of the cross-border region of Croatia and Hungary, using cycling as an educational tool.

The project involves 4 primary schools from the city of Koprivnica and 4 primary schools from the city of Zalaegerszeg, with a total of 24 teachers and 64 students. The project explores the area around the Drava River, specifically the Ješkovo oxbow lake, from the perspectives of biology, geography, and history. Within the project, students' physical activity will be encouraged through physical education classes.

Project activities

Education of teachers

Education of teachers and students on the natural, geographical, and historical features of the Drava River area

Creation of multimedia content

Creation of multimedia content, including marking cycling routes and developing a mobile application with an interactive map

Education of students

Education of students on traffic culture and safe cycling, and organization of a cross-border competition on traffic rules knowledge

Field classes

Field classes for students along cycling routes, aimed at exploring the natural, geographical, and historical features of the Drava River area

Cross-border exchange

Cross-border exchange of good practices among teachers through joint field activities

Development of a handbook

Development of a handbook for interdisciplinary teaching

Cross-border student camp

Cross-border student camp where participants learn about the shared history and culture of the region through workshops, lectures, and sports activities

Procurement of equipment

Procurement of cycling, IT, and educational equipment (bicycles, helmets, signage, GPS watches, photographic equipment, interactive 3D tools) to support high-quality project implementation

Total project value

399.507,70 EUR

Project duration - 20 months

15.2.2026. - 14.10.2027.

Budget of the City of Koprivnica

234.676,20 EUR

Budget of Zalaegerszeg School District Centre:

164.831,50 EUR

Project Applicant: Grad Koprivnica
Partner: Zalaegerszeg School District Centre (Center for the Management of Primary Schools in Zala County)