Programme & Schedule

Opening Ceremony & Scientific Symposium
Sep
23

Opening Ceremony & Scientific Symposium

The event officially opens with an academic and institutional exploration of sport's role in society.

  • 08:30 - 09:00: Attendee Arrival & Registration.

  • 09:00 - 09:20: Welcome Introductions by Mountain Games Ambassador Mr. Andreas Phylactou and MountMed Board President Mr. Michalis Papadopoulos.

  • 09:20 - 09:45: Keynote Speeches by Dr. Yiannis Koutentakis (Scientific Coordinator) and Ms. Kalli Hadjiiosif (Vice President of the Cyprus Sports Organisation & #BeActive Ambassador).

  • 09:45 - 17:00: Four core scientific panels covering public health, childhood development, gender equality, and successful aging (Full schedule details available under the Experiences tab).

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Mountain Cycling & Traditional Games
Sep
24

Mountain Cycling & Traditional Games

  • Cross-Country Cycling Race: A high-intensity circuit race highlighting the rugged terrain of Troodos.

  • Eliminator Cycling Tournament: A fast-paced knockout timed lap competition designed specifically for Secondary and Sports School students.

  • Introductory Cycling Zone: A safe space for beginners focusing on balance, control, and trail safety.

  • UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Showcase: Educational presentations and active demonstrations of the traditional Cypriot sport of Lithovolia (stone throwing) for local youth and visiting European delegations.

  • School & Intergenerational Workshops: Nutrition and fitness action labs hosted at local primary schools, alongside traditional dance sessions organized inside local elderly care homes.

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Orienteering & "Taste, Move & Thrive" Launch
Sep
25

Orienteering & "Taste, Move & Thrive" Launch

  • Forest & Square Orienteering: Competitive navigation courses spread across Troodos Square and through scenic mountain villages in the Larnaca and Limassol districts.

  • Educational Science Interventions: Active workshops hosted at the Troodos Geopark Information Center, the National Forest Park Info Center, and the Anastasios G. Leventis Botanical Garden.

  • Inclusive Maze Orienteering: A specialized navigation course optimized specifically for blind and visually impaired individuals.

  • "Taste, Move & Thrive" Opening: The official launch of our two-day agro-food exhibition showcasing authentic mountain products, local producers, and healthy cooking demonstrations.

  • Night Star-Orientation Experience: An evening family event at the Troodos Observatory connecting celestial navigation with mountain exploration.

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Hiking, Cultural Heritage & Closing Ceremony
Sep
26

Hiking, Cultural Heritage & Closing Ceremony

  • Advanced Trekking & E4 Trail: Challenging routes covering official technical segments of the European E4 path.

  • Medium-Difficulty Trail Running: A competitive mountain trail footrace.

  • Guided Nature Walks: Four parallel interpretive tours analyzing local flora, geology, and history, supported by the Department of Forests.

  • UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Walks: Guided historical walks through local mountain villages in Paphos, Nicosia, Limassol, and Larnaca, including visits to Byzantine churches and the historic Amiantos Asbestos Mine.

  • Environmental Legacy Actions: Tree-planting and clean-up activities run by regional youth centers and volunteer groups.

  • Grand Closing Ceremony: A multi-cultural festival featuring traditional dances from all 10 partner nations, a project review, and an official recognition ceremony for our athletes and volunteers.

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