People Powered Tourism – Pilot Series Continues!

🏙️ Next stop: Goian Gorge (Moldova – Rural Pilot)

In Goian Gorge, a small historic village near Chișinău, the local community is reimagining tourism from the ground up. This pilot turns overlooked rural assets into authentic experiences where visitors don’t just “visit” — they participate, connect, and contribute.

✨ Imagine:

🚲 Cycling through peaceful riverside landscapes

🌅 Watching the sunrise along the Ichel River

🎨 Discovering handmade glass art created by local artisans

🥘 Sharing homemade local cuisine with residents

🏡 Staying in a traditional guesthouse transformed into a living heritage hub

🌱 Joining regenerative and community-based activities that support the village itself

At the center of the initiative is the guesthouse “Up the Hill”, evolving from simple accommodation into a space for culture, storytelling, creativity, and human connection.

Stay tuned as we continue our weekly series presenting inspiring pilot actions from all project partners across the Danube Region!