Swisstainable

Swisstainable, a combination of the words Swiss and sustainable, is the Swiss tourism sustainability programme. It forms part of a national initiative designed to strengthen and showcase the Swiss tourism sector’s commitment to sustainable development. Through a three-tier classification system, the programme recognises businesses that implement concrete measures to support sustainability.

 

The programme is open to tourism businesses and organisations across Switzerland that are committed to operating more sustainably. It comprises three levels: Level I – committed, for organisations that have formally pledged to improve their sustainability performance; Level II – engaged, for those that hold a recognised sustainability certification or equivalent proof of commitment; and Level III – leading, for businesses that demonstrate a comprehensive and independently verified approach to sustainability management.
Swisstainable helps visitors identify businesses that actively contribute to a more sustainable tourism sector and make informed travel choices.
 
Lugano Region participates in the Swisstainable programme and has been classified at Level II – engaged.

Swisstainable levels

To assist and guide tourism operators in joining Swisstainable, three practical guides have been developed with the support of Quantis. Additionally, a collection of best practices—easily adopted by tourism professionals—has been compiled to help identify the three measures required by Swisstainable.

More information about Swisstainable is also available at the following links: