Go green...

Small steps go a long way

It's time for a new way of travel

For your green vacation make some ethical choices. Let us inspire you by our sustainable proposals.

Get around green

Sleep slow

Eco experiences

Eat local
Ticino's commitment

Get around green

With your Ticino Ticket you can use the public transport network free of charge and receive attractive discounts. Take advantage of the free luggage service until october 2021 and travel to the South of Switzerland in comfort, while helping to safeguard the environment. Ticino is now even closer thanks to the Ceneri Base Tunnel.

1'471 km: distance covered by Ticino’s public transport network

Cycling or walking through a destination is an excellent opportunity to get to know it better and in a sustainable way.
Cycling or walking through a destination is an excellent opportunity to get to know it better and in a sustainable way.

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Sleep slow

Ticino boasts many accommodation facilities suitable to meet the most diverse needs. Make a conscious choice, create an impact and opt for an eco-friendly accommodation while travelling in our region!

Why not choose an unusual accommodation? Whether it's a hanging tent among the trees or an old house with no electricity, adventure is guaranteed!
Why not choose an unusual accommodation? Whether it's a hanging tent among the trees or an old house with no electricity, adventure is guaranteed!

Eco Accomodations

Facilities interested in sustainability can obtain HotellerieSuisse Green Living and Sustainable Living certification.

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Many hotels offer this service: for a sustainable choice, hang up your towel and use it more than once.
Many hotels offer this service: for a sustainable choice, hang up your towel and use it more than once.

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Farmhouses

For a relaxing holiday, in contact with nature, animals and locally sourced food.

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Million Stars Hotel

Welcome to the Million Star Hotel, the most spectacular hotel of the summer! Where nights, surrounded by nature and the starry sky, become magical.

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Remember to switch off lights and TVs and disconnect any appliances before leaving your room.
Remember to switch off lights and TVs and disconnect any appliances before leaving your room.

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Eco experiences

The possibilities for carbon-neutral activities in Ticino abound in all seasons. From relaxing moments amidst the nature to dynamic adventures!

Did you know that about 52% of Ticino is covered by forest? A rich natural territory that offers numerous activities.
Did you know that about 52% of Ticino is covered by forest? A rich natural territory that offers numerous activities.
Swisstainable Experience Shop

Swisstainable Experience Shop

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5 ideas for a green holiday in Ticino

5 ideas for a green holiday in Ticino

Green holidays have plenty to offer, and Ticino is full of activities for those who prefer to travel while respecting the environment.
You are a click away from more ECO experiences
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You are a click away from more ECO experiences

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By choosing longer stays you can have a positive effect on both the local environment as well as the economy. Plus, you get to see and enjoy more of Ticino.
By choosing longer stays you can have a positive effect on both the local environment as well as the economy. Plus, you get to see and enjoy more of Ticino.

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Ticino aims to improve its affords towards sustainability. If you have any suggestions about activities that you have done with zero impact in our destination that you think everyone should know about, don't hesitate to contact us.

Eat local

Many restaurants offer dishes based on local and seasonal products, which can be purchased at the many local markets. Go green and taste the rainbow! Here is a small selection of restaurants offering vegetarian food.

Buffet service? Don't fill the plate to the brim! If you're still hungry, help yourself again. This way you avoid throwing food away.
Buffet service? Don't fill the plate to the brim! If you're still hungry, help yourself again. This way you avoid throwing food away.

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In Ticino water is drinkable everywhere, but above all it is of excellent quality. Bring your own bottle and refill it in any of our fountains. It's free and healthy!
In Ticino water is drinkable everywhere, but above all it is of excellent quality. Bring your own bottle and refill it in any of our fountains. It's free and healthy!

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Ticino's commitment

Ticino, its companies, and its inhabitants are committed to the theme of sustainability and to promoting it as best they can.

Reduce your footprint: 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.
Reduce your footprint: 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.

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Ticino through the eyes of the locals

Ticino through the eyes of the locals

I ticinesi condividono le loro conoscenze su antiche tradizioni, costumi locali, biodiversità, gastronomia e sostenibilità.
OK:GO

OK:GO

Traveling with reduced mobility, people with disabilities, serior citizen and parents with pushchairs.
Myclimate - calculate and compensate your emissions

Myclimate - calculate and compensate your emissions

Offset your holiday in Ticino with Myclimate.

Within everyone's reach

There are many areas where we can improve the impact of our holidays: from reducing, reusing, recycling, offsetting our journey's footprint, to investing in local green friendly products.  

Ticino for everyone

Ticino for everyone

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

Recycled PET slippers

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Beeco Wrap Ticino

Beeco Wrap Ticino

Re-PET multi-purpose band

Re-PET multi-purpose band

Recycling and waste sorting are important! Make a difference and dispose of your rubbish in the designated waste bins.
Recycling and waste sorting are important! Make a difference and dispose of your rubbish in the designated waste bins.

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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.