Ticino as a sustainable destination

Small steps go a long way

Ticino is increasingly sustainable: discover our offer!

Choose an environmentally, economically and socially responsible holiday. Ticino Turismo, its tourism partners and locals, have the theme of sustainability at heart, and this is why we are committed to actively promoting the vision of sustainable tourism.  Discover our sustainable holiday offer: 

Efficient and sustainable

Mobility
Environment-conscious

Sleeping
Eco

Experiences
Local products

Eating

Swisstainable

What is Swisstainable? Swisstainable is a Swiss sustainability programme created by Switzerland Tourism. The goal is the sustainable development of Switzerland as a tourist destination. Participation in the sustainability programme is open to all tourism companies and organisations in Switzerland. Why Swisstainable? The sustainability programme aims to give visibility to the tourism industry's commitment and to support tourism service providers in their efforts towards the overall sustainable development of Swiss tourism. Existing certifications, initiatives and programmes are integrated and recognised, provided they meet certain standards. The programme does not constitute a new certification.

Switzerland Tourism

Switzerland Tourism

Swisstainable - Sustainable travel in Switzerland.
Sustainability certificates

Sustainability certificates

Learn about the certificates recognized by Swisstainable in order to participate in the various levels.

Ticino is accessible

Ticino is accessible to everyone and offers high quality services with an eye for any special requirements. Learn about initiatives for a more inclusive and accessible Ticino:

Get inspired

Get inspired

Visit a region that promotes tourism for all. Southern Switzerland awaits you with its high quality services, focused on your every need.
Plan

Plan

More information for people with disabilities who visit Ticino.
Accessible Tour of Switzerland - Ticino

Accessible Tour of Switzerland - Ticino

With the “Palms & Panorama Tour,” Ticino is part of this extraordinary journey with two unique destinations.

Monthly tips to be a more sustainable traveler

Veganuary is the perfect month to enjoy vegan and local specialities, but that doesn't mean you can't also treat yourself to these delicacies during the rest of the year.
If you are curious to try your hand at cooking, try the tasty green recipe too!

Hear from the locals

Ticino, its companies, and its inhabitants are committed to the theme of sustainability and to promoting it as best they can. There are several sector partners in Ticino that actively support the vision of sustainable tourism. Watch the interviews with 6 Ticino structures and discover how they adhere to the Swisstainable initiative promoted by Switzerland Tourism.

Ticino through the eyes of the locals

Ticino through the eyes of the locals

Ticinese people share their knowledge about ancient traditions, local customs, biodiversity, gastronomy and sustainability.
Swissminiatur, where energy is renewable

Swissminiatur, where energy is renewable

With 75% of its energy covered by solar panels, Swissminiatur also supports Switzerland Tourism's sustainability cause.
Splash&Spa: sustainable, even in the water

Splash&Spa: sustainable, even in the water

From water filtration to heating, Splash&Spa has improved every single technical component of the centre in favour of sustainability.
At Monte Tamaro, the sun already takes care of it

At Monte Tamaro, the sun already takes care of it

Just keep the lights off when not needed to avoid waste. Monte Tamaro embraces the Swisstainable initiative with an integrated communication project for its guests.
The hotel of the future

The hotel of the future

Efficient heat pumps, zero-km products and free reusable shopping bags: Hotel Internazionale in Bellinzona is gearing up big time for sustainable tourism.
Campofelice Camping Village, the friend of water

Campofelice Camping Village, the friend of water

All the goodness of Ticino water made available in special dispensers. At Campofelice Camping Village you can use reusable bottles to enjoy the flavour while avoiding plastic waste.
Caffè dell'Arte, where eating is local

Caffè dell'Arte, where eating is local

With 80% Swiss products, 50% of which are of Ticino origin, at the Caffè dell'Arte eating well is eating local.

What can you do?

Recycling and waste sorting are important! Make a difference and dispose of your rubbish in the designated waste bins. And why not reduce your footprint? You can compensate for transport by paying a little extra when buying tickets or through organisations such as Myclimate, which invest this money in projects related to environmental protection.

Myclimate - calculate and compensate your emissions

Myclimate - calculate and compensate your emissions

Offset your holiday in Ticino with Myclimate.
did you know?
The inhabitants of the Bavona Valley have chosen to have no electricity supply. Energy needs are met through the use of solar panels.
The recently finalized Gotthard wind farm consists of 5 wind turbines (each with a power of 2.35 MW) which together will produce between 16 and 20 GWh of electricity each year. Enough to meet the needs of all households in Upper Ticino.
The longest bikesharing route (50.8 km) goes from Bellinzona to Bignasco. There are over 700 bikes available along the route, including around 400 electric bikes.