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Skyward trail

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Euronews, September 5, 2016
Filmed in Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia
Camera and sound: Thierry Winn
Edited by Jérôme Kollmannsberger
Production coordinator: Nancy Sarkis
Directed, written and presented by Denis Loctier
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Denis Loctier, euronews: “No matter your mountain biking skills, the south Macedonian national park of Galičica welcomes sportspeople of all levels.” More than a thousand off-road and dirt tracks make this landlocked country a great place to practice this all-terrain sport. Galičica National Park covers a mountainside between two large lakes, features diverse types of territory […]

Denis Loctier, euronews: “No matter your mountain biking skills, the south Macedonian national park of Galičica welcomes sportspeople of all levels.”

More than a thousand off-road and dirt tracks make this landlocked country a great place to practice this all-terrain sport.

Galičica National Park covers a mountainside between two large lakes, features diverse types of territory and is home to various regional species of plants and animals.

Dean Ivanovski, mountain guide, Outdoor Adventures: “What brings mountain bikers here is the accessibility of the terrain, the scenic trails, the beautiful sights of Ohrid Lake, as well as all the wonderful landscapes – and the fresh air!”

The peaks of Galičica rise to more than 2000m above sea level, offering challenging ascents, high-speed downhills and magnificent views to those who make it to the top.

About the author

Denis Loctier is the anchor and producer of “Ocean”, Euronews’ monthly show specialised in the blue economy and marine life. In this role, Denis travels around the world exploring the effects of climate change and human activities on ocean health, talking directly with fishers, business owners, port authorities and policy-makers. “Ocean” has taken Denis and his team to places such as Greenland, Caribbean Islands, Seychelles, Svalbard, Cabo Verde and Thailand.

A Euronews journalist since 2001, Denis has produced short TV documentaries on more than 200 international research projects and covered a variety of other topics, from economy and tourism to international politics and military conflicts.

Denis holds a PhD in Information and Communication Sciences and is certified to operate in hostile environments. He can also fly paragliders, pilot drones, navigate vessels, and dive to depths of 60 meters.

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