Committed to a green future

We know you love travelling. And we are aware that a responsible environmental approach is something you look for more and more in your holiday destinations.

Why Spain?

So that you can learn about our cultures, explore our villages and breathe the pure air of our national parks, we are committed to transitioning towards fully sustainable tourism. The goal is to make more responsible use of natural spaces, boost local economies and guarantee employment throughout the year.If you choose Spain, you will have made a good choice. Because tourism should serve to capture and respect the essence of the destination and its people. Will you join this global challenge?

Map of Spain

Reasons to choose us

  • Spain is preparing the 2030 Sustainable Tourism Strategy in line with the goals of the United Nations 2030 Agenda.

  • Discover the country with the most Biosphere Reserves in the world and the largest total area of land in the Natura 2000 network. Walk slowly and keep your eyes peeled for these fascinating places.

  • Spain is the world leader in the number of blue flags. And it aims to reach 30% of protected marine area by 2030.

  • With 15 Starlight Reserves and 57 certified Starlight Tourist Destinations, Spain is one of the best places in the world for stargazing.

  • We are the fifth country in the world with the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites. Preserving our heritage is preserving our essence.

  • The Mediterranean diet is committed to zero kilometre products. Eat at local establishments during your trip to Spain.

  • Spain has the second longest high-speed rail network in the world. We strive to reduce carbon emissions.

  • Spain has allocated over 2 million euros to sustainability initiatives in the tourism sector, which will be funded with Next Generation Funds.

Sustainable strategy
Protected nature
The bluest beaches
Clear skies: a window into space
Preserved heritage
A local and ecological menu
Dense network of public transport
Public investment

Have you chosen your destination?

The network of Smart Destinations, EDEN Destinations, cities awarded recognition for their commitment to the environment…Spain has lots of different holiday locations on offer. Destinations with a sustainable story to tell you. Do you want to see?

Protected nature

Spain has 16 national parks and the highest number of Biosphere Reserves in the world. Read more information about each of our protected natural spaces. Do you want to see?