ARTisGReen – Erasmus+ KA220 – Superb Transnational Meeting in Bistrița, Romania

RTIS Network – ARTisGReen Romania Mobility (April 26 – May 1, 2026): Six days of eco‑creativity, solar boat tours, a recycled fashion show, and Transylvanian cultural exchange, ending with a resounding success and the next meeting in Poland (September 28 – October 2, 2026). 🌿🇷🇴➡️🇵🇱

In collaboration with the 4th Lyceum of Alimos

Period: April 26 – May 1, 2026
Host City: Bistrița, Romania
Hosting & Leading Partner: Liceul de Arte Corneliu Baba (Romania)
Participating Countries: Greece, Romania, Portugal, Turkey, Poland, Estonia

Introduction

From April 26 to May 1, 2026, the RTIS Network (Greece), together with the 4th Lyceum of Alimos, participated in the third transnational mobility of the Erasmus+ project @ARTisGReen. The meeting was hosted by the leading partner, Liceul de Arte Corneliu Baba, in the historic city of Bistrița, Romania. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the six‑day programme, highlighting the educational activities, cultural exchanges, creative outputs, and the lasting impact of the project.

Day 1 – Sunday, April 26: Arrival and First Impressions

The Greek delegation departed from Athens’ Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, flying to Cluj, Romania, and then travelling by road to Bistrița. Upon arrival, Erasmus+ coordinators welcomed the group and escorted them to the hotel. After a briefing about the city and the programme, participants enjoyed a free day to explore Bistrița, have lunch, and rest. The evening included a short stroll through the city before returning to the hotel at 10:00 p.m. to prepare for the week ahead.

Day 2 – Monday, April 27: Official Opening and Cultural Immersion

The first official programme day began at the art school in Bistrița with a warm welcome that included a dance performance by students from all participating countries. Partner schools presented themselves, and students were divided into mixed international groups. The delegation visited the City Hall, where the deputy mayor greeted them and showed a video about the city. After lunch at the school cafeteria, teachers enjoyed a guided historical tour of Bistrița led by a local history teacher, while students participated in a scavenger hunt to discover the city. The day concluded with a get‑together dinner for teachers featuring live traditional music, and a separate student gathering for food and fun. Everyone returned to the hotel at 10:00 p.m.

Day 3 – Tuesday, April 28: Creative Workshops and Green Skills

The day focused on hands‑on creativity and sustainability. Students designed and decorated personalised mugs, which would be used throughout the week as part of the programme’s environmental awareness initiatives. Meanwhile, teachers toured the school’s facilities and workshops. Subsequently, students worked in four thematic workshops:

  • Fashion workshop: creating eco‑friendly jewellery for a fashion show scheduled on Thursday.
  • Ceramics workshop: shaping art with natural clay.
  • Architecture workshop: building a solar‑powered garden furniture piece capable of charging mobile phones.
  • Object restoration workshop: giving new life to old objects.

After lunch, selected students practised their catwalk as models for the upcoming fashion show. The evening featured an international party where participants shared traditional foods, music, and dances from all six countries. The day ended with a restful return to the hotel.

Day 4 – Wednesday, April 29: Mosaic Art and Transylvanian Excursion

Teachers attended a lesson on the art of mosaics and took part in a hands‑on workshop, creating mosaic designs inspired by the map of Europe and the participating countries. The group then visited the school library, observing student projects that included completed solar‑powered furniture and pillows made from recycled old fabrics.

In the afternoon, an educational excursion took the delegation to the villages of Herina, Teaca, and Poșmuș in the wider Transylvania region. Participants visited historically significant churches, enjoyed the natural landscape, and were warmly received at a local winery, where they learned about the wine‑making process and walked through the vineyards. The day concluded with a visit to the historic castle of Poșmuș and a tasting of local dairy products, cold cuts, wines, and pumpkin‑based products. The group returned to the hotel around 8:00 p.m.

Day 5 – Thursday, April 30: Grand Finale – Fashion Show and Exhibition

The fifth day was the project’s peak public event. In the morning, students wrote impressions in their project journals and took on roles to prepare for the afternoon event at the Bistrița Museum. They organised and transported items, then set up the fashion show runway and an exhibition of creations made from recycled materials. Meanwhile, teachers collaborated and exchanged views, while a teacher from the rehabilitation workshop painted portraits of colleagues from all countries, creating a warm and artistic atmosphere.

In the evening, around 6:00 p.m., the event took place at the museum. It was an outstanding success, featuring:

  • A fashion show of jewellery made by students from eco‑friendly materials.
  • An exhibition of educational projects made from recycled materials (solar furniture, upcycled pillows, etc.).
  • Attendance by the mayor and deputy mayor of Bistrița, representatives of local organisations, and the media, who conducted interviews with participants.
  • A certificate ceremony where the school principal and the mayor presented Erasmus+ participation certificates.
  • A reception with finger food showcasing local Romanian flavours.

The event left a lasting impression on all participants and highlighted the project’s contribution to education for sustainable development.

Day 6 – Friday, May 1: May Day Excursion to Lake Colibița and Closing Celebrations

The final day coincided with May Day. The group travelled to Lake Colibița, a natural gem near Bistrița. En route, they stopped at breathtaking viewpoints and visited the lake’s dam. A unique experience followed: a tour on a solar‑powered boat, gliding silently across the crystal‑clear waters – a perfect symbol of sustainability in action.

Lunch was served at a traditional local tavern, where hosts in authentic Romanian costumes offered a lavish meal with various dishes and desserts. A deeply touching moment occurred when a school teacher presented hand‑drawn portraits to the students as mementos of their participation.

In the afternoon, the delegation returned to Bistrița and joined the municipality’s May Day festivities, which included market stalls and a concert in the town centre in front of the historic church. The programme concluded with excellent impressions and positive feelings from all participants.

After-taste and Future Steps

The mobility in Bistrița has reinforced the core mission of ARTisGReen: to use art as a vehicle for sustainability education, resilience, and social change. Students and teachers returned home with new skills, deepened friendships, and a shared commitment to green innovation.

Ο συνασπισμός #AllUnitedforMG next mobility of the ARTisGReen project will be hosted by:

Constantin Brancusi State Secondary School of Fine Arts, Poland
Dates: 28 September – 2 October 2026

RTIS Network and the 4th Lyceum of Alimos look forward to continuing this Erasmus+ journey, building on the achievements of the Romanian meeting, and further strengthening the network of European schools dedicated to art, sustainability, and transformational education.

You can find all details at our official socia media at: https://www.facebook.com/RTISNetwork and also at the offical account of the project itself at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61582575214688

Acknowledgments

RTIS Network extends its sincere gratitude to:

  • Liceul de Arte Corneliu Baba (Romania) for their exceptional hosting and leadership.
  • All partner schools from Portugal, Turkey, Poland, and Estonia for their collaboration and enthusiasm.
  • Ο συνασπισμός #AllUnitedforMG mayor and deputy mayor of Bistrița for their support and attendance.
  • All teachers, students, and volunteers who made this mobility a resounding success.

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