Participating towns and cities

EstoniaValga, Estonia

Population:
14.853 inhabitants
Contact:
Andero Ojamets
Puiestee 8, Valga
68203
(++372) 53876516
Valga already registered 5x for EUROPEANMOBILITYWEEK in: 2025 2024 2020 2019 2018

Participation 2024

Find more information about Valga here.

Activities within the week Activities within the week

Valga organises activities during EUROPEANMOBILITYWEEK , taking into account the annual theme.

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Lets play discgolf
Organized by Valga Municipality and Europe Direct Valgamaa, this disc golf event will take place on September 18th in Valga City Park. The event is open to all citizens, offering an opportunity to try disc golf with guidance from professional instructors. The aim is to introduce more people to outdoor activities and promote an active lifestyle. Equipment will be provided for participants.
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Photo hunt
Valga Municipality and Europe Direct Valgamaa invites all citizens to participate in a photo hunt. The aim is to explore and photograph places or obstacles that either promote or hinder active movement. This information will help the municipality make informed decisions for future investments, ensuring the city becomes more user-friendly and accessible for all residents.
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Valga city ​​orientation
On September 19th, Valga Municipality invites both students and the general public to participate in a city-wide orientation event. There are 4 different routes that take into account the different physical condition of people.

- 09:00 to 15:00: Students from Valga schools are encouraged to join with their teachers to learn orientation skills and explore the city.
- 16:00 to 20:00: The event is open to all residents, offering a fun way to achieve daily movement goals while navigating the city.

This activity promotes physical activity and helps participants develop practical orientation skills in an engaging, outdoor environment.
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Plogging (Picking up litter while walking)
Valga Municipality encourages all citizens to participate in plogging—picking up litter while walking—on September 20th. This event is a call to action to raise awareness about the environment, showing that even small efforts can make a big difference. Residents are invited to pick up any trash they encounter during their daily activities. In addition, Valga municipality officials will focus on cleaning up a specific area in need of attention.
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Bike ride
On the evening of September 20th, Valga Municipality invites all citizens to join a community bike ride. This event promotes active movement and sustainability, offering a fun and healthy way to explore the city. Everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy cycling while contributing to a more eco-friendly lifestyle.
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Photo hunt
Valga Municipality in cooperation with Europe Direct Valgamaa invites citizens to participate in a photo hunt. The aim is to photograph active lifestyle activities in the city or nature and highlight recommended routes for walking and cycling. Participants are also encouraged to find and document new ground games for children recently added in various locations by the municipality.
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Car-Free Day
On September 22nd, Valga Municipality encourages all residents to participate in Car-Free Day by leaving their cars at home and choosing alternative, eco-friendly modes of transportation such as walking, cycling, or public transit. The event promotes sustainable mobility and raises awareness about reducing environmental impact through everyday actions.
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Open call for trainings
**Open Call to Training Sessions in Valga**

As part of Valga is Moving 2024, local trainers are offering free open training sessions for everyone to discover new and exciting activities. The sessions include trick scooters, track and field, jumping fitness, wrestling, Petanque, and street dancing workshops. All lessons are free for participants, providing a great opportunity to try something new and stay active.
Find more information about Valga here.