Active tourism and nature

Birdwatching in Spain, an alternative plan if you travel through Europe

Spain should be on the must-visit list of any bird lover. Its geographical location is ideal since hundreds of species from all over Europe and Africa migrate to Spain to nest and breed. That is why it has some of the most important bird watching centres in Europe.

Food

Explore sustainable wineries and oil mills in Spain

Spain's wineries and olive oil mills enjoy great prestige throughout the world for the quality of their wines and olive oils. Growing recognition thanks to best practices, focusing on environmental respect, sustainability and making the local economy more dynamic, starting from growing vines and olives to the manufacturing of products and ...

Culture

Sustainable cultural tourism plans. Do you fancy it?

If someone suggests a sustainable tourist activity, you are bound to think of a plan related to nature. But did you know that culture can also be sustainable? The idea is for to you immerse yourself in the authenticity and cultural identity of your destinations, to learn about their traditions, to participate in their folklore and to support ...

Rural tourism

Disconnect in sparsely populated villages in Spain

Back in the 1960s, some villages in rural Spain began to empty out as many of their inhabitants moved to the cities in search of new opportunities. Today, they are places where you can feel welcomed by the kindness of their neighbours because, rather than villages with few inhabitants, they are considered a family of many members. ...

EDEN: European destinations of excellence

What are the European destinations of excellence? The EDEN (European Destinations of Excellence) are a project promoted by the European Union that seeks the recognition of sustainable tourism management. This initiative is active since 2006 and biannual since 2012, and recognises each country on a common theme. ...

6 destinations whose commitment has been rewarded. Do you know them?

Spain offers many destinations where sustainability, mobility and environmental commitment are pillars of tourism. Below, we show you some of the Spanish cities whose efforts to become a greenerdestination have been recognised.

Active tourism and nature

Discover Spain through unique eco-friendly experiences

Spain has many natural sites where you can stop and admire the spectacular surroundings. Ecotourism in National Parks, hiking or cycling along trails and old railway lines repurposed as Greenways, or the fascinating routes of the Camino de Santiago are some of the most well-known sustainable options. ...

Active tourism and nature

18 geoparks in Spain: unravelling the history of the earth

Did you know Spain is the world’s second ranking country in UNESCO biosphere reserves? At first glance, geoparks are natural spaces with landscapes of extraordinary beauty. But visitors can discover much more: their mountains, rock formations, and soil all reveal the history of humanity and our planet. ...

Active tourism and nature

Discover the best sustainable diving destinations in Spain

Spain has approximately 8,000 kilometres of coastline, and is therefore an ideal destination for diving lovers, increasingly aware of protecting and conserving these unique natural spaces. Sustainable diving is when the diver respects marine life, uses their equipment responsible and does not alter the oceanic plant and animal life in any way. ...

Rural tourism

Some of the best eco-friendly holidays in Europe can be found in Spain

If you are on holiday and want to escape from overcrowded destinations, Spain has rural areas where you can enjoy sustainable and intimate tourism with nature. There are countless options: eco-friendly hotels, sustainable houses that use renewable energies, CETS natural spaces, etc. ...

Food

Buy local and seasonal at gastronomic markets

Spain is full of gastronomic markets where you can taste and smell some of its most typical products. Many of them can be considered sustainable, as they offer local, ecological and seasonal products, in addition to minimising food waste and the use of plastics Many of these places have a very unique historical architecture, preserve their ...

Active tourism and nature

Discover Spanish nature through these Greenways

If you have been thinking about making a sustainable getaway for some time, either cycling or on foot, and you feel like exploring unique natural landscapes... Get started with the Senda del Oso, the Tajuña and the Alcaraz Greenways. Enjoy authentic landscape richness on routes representative of the local plant and animal life.