The «Routes of the Olive Tree» are itineraries of intercultural
dialogue and sustainable development, cultural events and various
activities focusing on the Mediterranean of the olive tree. Their
objective is to internationally promote the Mediterranean olive oil
producing regions and their products through innovative projects
on thematic tourism and the olive tree civilization.
The activities included in the agenda of the itineraries are implemented
by the Cultural Foundation «Routes of the Olive Tree»
which, since 1998, has been turning into action alternative proposals
around the theme of culture and sustainable development. In
this regard, it brings together, develops and promotes this rich
cultural heritage, moving it through time and space in an imaginative
and respectful yet efficient way.
Among the most active organizations in the field, the «Routes of
the Olive Tree» have traveled 160.000 kilometers and crossed
more than 25 countries, bearing “olive branches and civilization”.
These successful itineraries are framed with exhibitions, cultural
and business meetings, social activities, conventions, contests, as
well as research and publications around the olive tree: history,
symbolism, cultivation and nutritious value of its products.
The cultural agenda of the Cultural Foundation «Routes of the
Olive Tree» is implemented with the cooperation of a 20-person
Scientific Committee and the Council of Europe, the Hellenic Ministry
of Culture, the Chambers of Commerce & Industry, the Mediterranean
Olive Oil Cities Network –RECOMED and many other international
organizations, universities and bodies in over 22 countries.
The Cultural Foundation «Routes of the Olive Tree» has been
honored with many international awards and distinctions, among
them the official recognition by the Unesco as «International
Cultural Route» and by the Council of Europe as «Great European
Cultural Route».
