{"id":1872,"date":"2025-11-26T12:29:45","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T12:29:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/?page_id=1872"},"modified":"2025-11-26T14:45:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T14:45:32","slug":"project-krusevo-and-elbasan-journey-in-nature-and-adventure","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/project-krusevo-and-elbasan-journey-in-nature-and-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Project: Krusevo and Elbasan \u2013 Journey in Nature and Adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ffffe7″ custom_padding=”||8px|||” top_divider_style=”slant” top_divider_color=”#0C71C3″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#fcfcfc” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_dual_heading before_text=”Cross-border Programme the Republic of North Macedonia – Republic of Albania under the Instrument of Pre-accession Assistance (IPA III) allocations for 2022″ middle_text=”Project: Krusevo and Elbasan \u2013 Journey in Nature and Adventure ” middle_margin=”20px||||false|false” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” middle_font=”|700|||||||” middle_text_color=”#000000″ background_color=”#c9e7a7″ text_orientation=”center” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/dsm_dual_heading][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/alka.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Social-media-post_1080x1350.jpg” title_text=”Social media post_1080x1350″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”36%” custom_padding=”|0px||||” custom_css_main_element=”display: inline-block;||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” width=”56%” custom_margin=”|||25px|false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: inline-block;||” custom_css_free_form=”||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

The project aims to foster sustainable tourism development and socio-economic growth in the Krusevo and Elbasan cross-border region. Its main goal is to enhance tourism infrastructure, improve local capacities, and strengthen cross-border cooperation, generating long-term benefits for local communities and businesses.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”|25px||25px|false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Overall objective(s):<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Promote sustainable tourism development and socio-economic growth in the Krusevo and Elbasan cross-border region.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”|25px||25px|false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Specific objectives:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
    \n
  • Enhance tourism infrastructure to attract more visitors and support local economic development.<\/li>\n
  • Strengthen local stakeholders\u2019 capacities and foster cross-border networking for coordinated tourism initiatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”|25px||25px|false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

    Expected results:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
      \n
    • Construction of a dedicated, safe, and accessible paragliding take-off site in Krusevo.<\/li>\n
    • Advanced sports and event facilities at Gumenje Sports and Recreation Center, including landscaped paths, LED lighting, urban equipment, refurbished sports fields, and spaces for outdoor festivals.<\/li>\n
    • Adventure park in Funar, Elbasan, with an approach parking area and signposted paths to the Dopaj canyons.<\/li>\n
    • Increased skills and knowledge among local entrepreneurs and small business owners in sustainable tourism practices, circular economy, and low-waste operations.<\/li>\n
    • Establishment of a cross-border network connecting key tourism stakeholders for regular consultation, joint initiatives, and collaboration.<\/li>\n
    • Marketing campaigns and promotional activities are increasing regional and international visibility.<\/li>\n
    • Improved overall attractiveness of the Krusevo and Elbasan region as a sustainable adventure tourism destination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#bfbfbf” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px|10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

      Implementation period: <\/strong><\/span>
      XX-XX<\/p>\n

      [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/alka.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MK-AL-Cross-Border-Cooperation-color-scaled.jpg” title_text=”MK-AL Cross Border Cooperation color” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#bfbfbf” custom_margin=”0px||4px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.4em” background_color=”#bfbfbf” custom_margin=”-4px||6px||false|false” custom_padding=”|||10px|false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n

      Donors:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      European Union, IPA III Cross-Border Programme, Republic of North Macedonia \u2013 Republic of Albania, 2022 allocations<\/p>\n

      [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#bfbfbf” custom_margin=”-6px||6px||false|false” custom_padding=”|||10px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

      <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      Implemented by:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        \n
      • Municipality of Krusevo<\/li>\n
      • Bashkia Elbasan<\/li>\n
      • ALKA – Center for Sustainable Development<\/li>\n
      • Shoqata Tjeter Vizion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/alka.mk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/header-iimage-kocka-ket-logoa-dole.png” title_text=”header-iimage-kocka-ket-logoa-dole” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#bfbfbf” custom_margin=”-6px||4px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#e0ebf6″ custom_margin=”40px||||false|false” custom_padding=”10px|||10px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

        Visibility \/ Publications:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

         <\/p>\n

        [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”EVENTS” disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700|||||||” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][dsm_blog_carousel include_categories=”17″ use_excerpt=”off” use_date=”off” use_author=”off” columns=”4″ use_pagi=”off” post_item_bg_color=”#ffffe7″ content_wrapper=”20px|20px|20px|20px|false|false” disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700||on|||||” title_text_align=”center” background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”0px||-28px||false|false” custom_padding=”||2px|||” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/dsm_blog_carousel][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        \n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t
        \n\t\t\t\t\t

        Cross-border Programme the Republic of North Macedonia - Republic of Albania under the Instrument of Pre-accession Assistance (IPA III) allocations for 2022<\/span>Project: Krusevo and Elbasan \u2013 Journey in Nature and Adventure <\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>The project aims to foster sustainable tourism development and socio-economic growth in the Krusevo and Elbasan cross-border region. Its main goal is to enhance tourism infrastructure, improve local capacities, and strengthen cross-border cooperation, generating long-term benefits for local communities and businesses.  Overall objective(s): Promote sustainable tourism development and socio-economic growth in the Krusevo and Elbasan cross-border region.Specific objectives: Enhance tourism infrastructure to attract more visitors and support local economic development. Strengthen local stakeholders\u2019 capacities and foster cross-border networking for coordinated tourism initiatives. Expected results: Construction of a dedicated, safe, and accessible paragliding take-off site in Krusevo. Advanced sports and event facilities at Gumenje Sports and Recreation Center, including landscaped paths, LED lighting, urban equipment, refurbished sports fields, and spaces for outdoor festivals. Adventure park in Funar, Elbasan, with an approach parking area and signposted paths to the Dopaj canyons. Increased skills and knowledge among local entrepreneurs and small business owners in sustainable tourism practices, circular economy, and low-waste […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1872","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1872","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1872"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1872\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1920,"href":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1872\/revisions\/1920"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/alka.mk\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1872"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}