Sustainable holidays

A holiday marked by respect and mindful discovery.

Experience Mendrisiotto with respect for nature and traditions.

Explore an authentic and eco-friendly Mendrisiotto: find ideas and tips here to experience the region sustainably, with activities that protect nature and celebrate local traditions.

Discover ideas for travelling by public transport, choosing local products and enjoying experiences connected to the region’s natural and cultural heritage.

Efficient and sustainable

Mobility

Environment-conscious

Sleeping

Eco-friendly

Experiences

Local products

Eating

Inspiration for your green holiday

In this section, we offer ideas and insights to spark your curiosity and help you experience Mendrisiotto authentically. From nature-based experiences to local practices that highlight the area’s uniqueness, let yourself be inspired by suggestions that not only enrich your stay but also contribute to preserving resources and traditions.

Agriesperienze

Agriesperienze

A selection of experiences with a local flavour. The perfect way to discover everyday rural life in Ticino.
Podcast "Itineraries to Listen To"

Podcast "Itineraries to Listen To"

A new way of discovering Canton Ticino consisting of guided audio-journeys.
Sustainability - Our Commitment

UNESCO Heritage: Our legacy for the future

UNESCO Heritage: A unique legacy to preserve. Being listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site is a recognition of the universal value of our region and its traditions. From Monte San Giorgio to intangible heritage, Mendrisiotto and Basso Ceresio offer a unique cultural and natural legacy to be experienced responsibly and respectfully. Supporting this heritage means contributing to its preservation for future generations.

Discover the Joy of Sustainable Travel

Traveling responsibly and with respect for the environment has never been easier in our region. With an efficient and well-connected public transportation network, you can explore Mendrisiotto and Basso Ceresio without a car, reducing your environmental impact. Trains, buses, and soft mobility options like bicycles and e-bikes are at your service to explore the area in harmony with nature.

Moreover, if you stay in a hotel, campsite, or youth hostel in the region, the Ticino Ticket allows you to travel for free on all public transportation and enjoy exclusive discounts at many attractions and local partners.

Choose a greener way to move and embrace an authentic and sustainable travel experience.

Arcobaleno

Arcobaleno

Getting around with only one ticket.

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.

Switzerland Tourism

Switzerland Tourism

Sustainable travel in Switzerland.
SCOPRI
Sustainability certificates

Sustainability certificates

To qualify for Level II – engaged or Level III – leading in the Swisstainable program, companies and destinations must have recognized sustainability certificates.
SCOPRI

Best practices for sustainable tourism

The Mendrisiotto and Basso Ceresio region is emerging as a living lab of applied sustainability, where businesses, institutions, and tourism operators collaborate to build a balanced development model. Sustainability here acts as a tool for territorial cohesion, it means protecting the landscape, ensuring community well-being, and generating shared value.

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