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ROUTES PROJECT SURVEY

You are invited to participate in this stakeholder survey conducted within the framework of the ROUTES project. The key European trail federations within hiking, cycling and horse riding such as ERA (European Hiking Federation), IMBA (International Mountain Bicycling Association) Europe, FITE (Fédération International de Tourisme Equestre) and ENOS (European Network of Outdoor Sports) have joined forces with national and regional government agencies and federations in this initiative. The aim of ROUTES is to improve the governance, sustainability, and accessibility of trail systems across Europe.

It is of fundamental importance for ROUTES to involve stakeholders across Europe right from the start – your input is crucial for the project being able to address your needs and challenges. The objective of this survey is to collect expert insights from organisations involved in trail management, outdoor recreation, environmental protection, and mapping services. The results will support the identification of current governance gaps and inform the development of more harmonised, sustainable, and inclusive trail management frameworks at the European level.

The survey is addressed to:
  • National sport federations (hiking, mountain biking, equestrian, trail running)
  • Protected area authorities
  • Government bodies responsible for trail infrastructure or outdoor recreation policy
  • Mapping organisations and digital platforms
  • Trail activity providers and management organisations

Your responses will contribute to a comparative European analysis of trail governance practices.
Thank you very much for investing your time by participating in this survey – lets join forces to improve trails across Europe!
Estimated Completion Time:
The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.

Confidentiality and Data Protection
Participation in this survey is voluntary. Responses will be analysed in aggregated and anonymised form for research and policy development purposes within the ROUTES Project.

Before submitting your responses, you will be asked to confirm your informed consent and acknowledge that data processing complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Your participation in this survey is voluntary. The data you provide will be processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the purpose of [describe purpose, e.g. improving trail management / supporting the ROUTES project].

Your responses will be treated confidentially and used only in aggregated or anonymised form, unless you explicitly consent otherwise.

You may withdraw your participation at any time.

Contact for Questions

If you have any questions regarding the survey or the ROUTES Project, please check our website or contact:

routes@ffrandonnee.fr

Scientific Rigor & Ethics Note
  • Anonymization: For scientific publication, all data will be fully anonymized.
  • Consent: Respondents will be provided with an informed consent form explaining the right to withdrawal.
  • GDPR Compliance: All personal data processing will follow lawful, fair, and transparent procedures.
Erasmus funding disclaimer
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.