Sustainable tourism benefits the tourist as well as the destination, precisely because it:

• Reduces the environmental impact through the responsible use of resources. 
• Promotes cultural activities, which helps to restore and preserve the local culture. 
• Encourages job creation with the development of companies specialised in tourist activities. 
• Generates economic benefits through the responsible use of natural resources, such as plant and animal life. 
• Promotes the development of rural areas, by reactivating their economy and increasing the quality of services. 

If you want to plan your trip to Spain in a sustainable way, here are some basic tips:

1. Plan your trip in advance. Spain offers different activities at any time of the year.
2. Carry light luggage and use glass or crystal bottles. They are more comfortable and economical than plastic bottles. 
3. Use public transport. You will pollute less at the same time as you discover unique areas of your destination. 
4. Support local commerce and zero kilometre products. You will reduce logistics and storage pollution while enjoying local food. 
5. Recycle your waste. Use the bins and containers you find on your travels. 

Spain has a large railroad network so that you can reach almost anywhere in the country using an efficient and low-pollution means of transport.

There are also many long-distance coach companies that will allow you to reach your destination in a comfortable and safe way, as well as a large fleet of electric vehicles with a lower environmental impact.

Once at your destination, always opt for public transport or go by bicycle.

You can do countless green activities on your trip to Spain. These are some of the most interesting:

• Immerse yourself in Spanish culture with visits to ecomuseums and museum houses to discover the culture of the region in a fun and entertaining way. 
• The visits to wineries and wine tours are a must to learn more about the world of wine: one of the key elements of our gastronomy.
• There are 16 national parks and over 150 natural reserves in Spain, where you can enjoy different activities to observe animals in the wild and enjoy nature. 
• In Spain, there are numerous destinations where you can observe the starry sky and practice astrotourism. 
• Hiking, climbing, diving, mountain biking… the options for sustainable activities are unlimited. 

When you arrive in Spain, you will find different bins that will help you take care of the environment and keep the cities clean.

The bins are differentiated by colours, depending on the material:

• Yellow bin: plastics and cans
• Green container: glass
• Blue container: paper and cardboard

Regarding organic waste, each city has its own color for this type of waste. 

In the streets, you will always find small bins available for small waste. 

The best way to find out about sustainable activities and experiences in a tourist destination is to check the tourism website of the city or area you are going to visit.

There is also the option of checking your destination on the Network of Smart Destinations.