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Sofia Bike Relay in city centre on Independence Day

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The first corporate bike relay race is taking place at 10 AM today, Independence Day.

The start will be given to Sofia Bike Relay in front of the Vasil Levski National Stadium in Sofia. Each one of the corporate teams taking part will consist of 4 people, with each covering 12 kms. of the route before passing the baton to the next competitor. The competition is a fund-raiser with the money donated for transforming 100 schools in this country into an environment conducive to bringing out the full potential of all students. The initiative is taking place under the Teach for Bulgaria programme which aims to provide every child in Bulgaria equal access to high-quality education.



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