SUB Partners in Tórshavn Unite for Focus Group on Boosting Sustainability and Biking Tourism

On October 25th, Visit Tórshavn hosted an insightful focus group meeting aimed at exploring the challenges and opportunities surrounding biking tourism in the Faroe Islands. The discussion also emphasized the three pillars of sustainability—social, economic, and environmental—within this context.

The meeting brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including representatives from the City Council, DMOs, local entrepreneurs, and the municipality. With a collaborative spirit, participants shared ideas, highlighted key issues, and explored innovative approaches to enhance the future of biking tourism on the islands.

Key Takeaways:

• Engaged stakeholders offered valuable insights into sustainable tourism development.
• Topics spanned across social, economic, and environmental impacts, ensuring a holistic approach to growth.
• A variety of exciting, tangible ideas emerged, providing a roadmap for future initiatives.

Looking Ahead: We are excited to take action on many of the ideas discussed during the meeting and to address the challenges that were raised. The potential for growth in the biking tourism sector on the Faroe Islands is immense. By continuing to collaborate with key stakeholders, Visit Tórshavn and the SUB project aim to elevate biking tourism to new heights, making it a sustainable and thriving part of our local economy.

Stay tuned for updates as we move forward with these initiatives!

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Visit Tórshavn Team