Name: Blue Danube Eurovelo 6
Start: 2024-04-26T06:00:00+01:00
End: 2024-05-03T06:00:00+01:00

NB. ths is a paid event to cover all the organisations list below. Places are very limited and full payment needs to be made before 15th February to secure a spot. You are responsible for getting yourself to Sofia on time and organising a bicycle.

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Hello, riders! 😎 we invite you to conquer this beautiful route along the Danube River, from Vidin through Romania to Ruse, and then to Balchik and Varna. Our route is different from the official Danube Ultra, promising a fun and joyful experience.

The journey is suitable for BEGINNER cyclists in good shape, covering 110-150km per day, mainly on flat terrain, especially in the Romanian part. This year, we expect many new participants eager to conquer approximately 650km over 5 consecutive days – a proud achievement for everyone! 😉

**PROGRAM**
**Day 1 /27.04./:**
- Start at 11:30, Sofia Central Railway Station
- Travel by train to Vidin, accommodation, and preparation/rest.

**Day 2 /28.04./:**
- Vidin – Bechet (Romania) 110km / only 222m elevation
- Departure at 9:00.

**Day 3 /29.04./:**
- Bechet (Romania) – Alexandria (Romania) 126km / only 366m elevation
- Departure at 9:00.

**Day 4 /30.04./:**
- Alexandria (Romania) – Tutrakan (Bulgaria) 139km / 429m elevation
- Departure at 9:00.

**Day 5 /01.05./ Labor Day, where we'll work a bit harder 😊:**
- Tutrakan – Dobrich 150km / 1462m elevation
- Departure at 8:30.

**Day 6 /02.05./:**
- Dobrich – Kavarna – Balchik – Varna 115km / 1071m elevation
- Departure at 9:00.

Return to Sofia by night train from Varna around 22:30 /02.05./ - Sofia ~6:30 /03.05./

Accommodation details will be provided each morning and during the journey..

Registration is open until March 1, 2024, and the participation fee will be collected until March 22, 2024.

**COST:**
- 650 per person for double room accommodation
- 999 per person for single room
The price includes:
1. Train ticket Sofia - Vidin (including a designated wagon for bikes)
2. 5 nights' stay for the days of the journey (in Vidin, the day before the start, Bechet (RO), Alexandria (RO), Tutrakan, and Dobrich, details about accommodation places later, 3*** and 4**** very nice hotels)
3. Train ticket Varna - Sofia (including a designated wagon for bikes)
4. Support car throughout from Sofia to Sofia:
- Carries participants' main luggage
- Carries tools for bike repairs
- Carries basic first aid supplies, bandages, ointments, medicines, etc.
- Can transport a bike and its owner in case of breakdown or fatigue
- Assists with group safety in busy sections
- Carries extra water
- Enjoys the journey with cyclists 😊
5. INSURANCE (medical + civil liability) during part of the journey in Romania, worth 10,000 euros + 5,000 euros.

The fee does not include personal expenses, food (except included breakfasts with accommodation), sleeper wagon for the return from Varna (can be paid additionally), and others.

After registration, I will contact each participant for confirmation and details.

**IMPORTANT:**
Each participant is responsible for themselves.
Other participants are not responsible for any physical or material damages during the event!

**RECOMMENDATIONS:**
- It's advisable for every participant to wear a helmet and be visible on the road, following traffic regulations.
- Carrying a spare tire is a necessity for every cyclist. A pump and patches will be available in the support car if needed.
- It's not desirable to listen to music with headphones during the event, especially when close to other participants.
- The route is suitable for both road and MTB bikes.
- It's recommended for each participant to use road tires or at least hybrid tires for a lighter experience.
- The event is not competitive! We move in two groups - road and MTB/hybrid, waiting at pre-determined points.

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