Swiss Tainable Accommodation certified by the Swiss Government Tourism Agency
Affection from 5-star hotels to youth hostels and camping sites
The purpose of preserving Switzerland for a longer time
Switzerland is definitely the place that comes to mind when you think of clean nature. The Alps of the ice cap, the transparent lake where you can see anything, and the clear air that feels like purifying your lungs. It has precious nature that cannot be left out of any one.
As a result, Switzerland is actively cooperating in the private sector as well as the government’s efforts to preserve nature for a long time. In particular, the lodging industry, from five-star hotels to youth hostels and camping sites, stands out.
사진 확대 Hotel Bor Entertainment, Zurich, Switzerland / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Agency
The Swiss Government Tourism Agency is promoting a sustainability certification project called Swistable for companies that practice environmental protection and community co-prosperity. In other words, travelers staying in accommodations that have obtained this certification travel sustainably even at the moment they stay.
In short, it’s one thing to do as an Avengers that protects the Earth even if you stay just one night.
The Swiss Tainable program is applied not only to hotels but also to various accommodation facilities such as youth hostels and camping sites. Each facility is divided into three stages: △ Level I (dedication) △ Level II (practice) △ Level III (leading) based on energy efficiency, resource circulation, and contribution to the local economy.
It is significant that travelers can participate in environmental protection and regional coexistence only by choosing accommodation.
Zurich
사진 확대 The Dolder Grand in Zurich, Switzerland / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Agency
1) The Dolder Grand, Level II
The Doulder Grand is a library with panoramic views of downtown Zurich, where afternoon tea enjoyed with a fireplace is excellent. Internally, quality and sustainability managers are set aside to manage the overall environmental load of operations.
While operating a large 4,000m² spa facility, it is dramatically reducing carbon emissions by introducing a state-of-the-art energy efficiency management system. It shows a sample of eco-friendly luxury in the city center by prioritizing sustainable partnerships even when supplying and receiving food materials.
사진 확대 Hotel Bor Entertainment, Zurich, Switzerland / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Agency
2) Hotel Bor Entertainment, Level II
Hotel Baur au Lac, located one step away from Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich’s high street, is an iconic 180-year-old place that offers a tranquil rest. It shows the coexistence of tradition and sustainability through resource conservation and community combination in its history.
While maintaining its historic buildings, it is constantly repairing waste reduction and energy-saving systems. Through close cooperation with local producers, it also takes the lead in minimizing the carbon footprint generated in the process of transporting food ingredients. The authentic British afternoon tea provided by Le Hall ensures the highest afternoon in Zurich.
사진 확대 Zurich Youth Hostel, Switzerland / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Authority
3) Zurich Youth Hostel (Level III)
If you dream of staying in Zurich on a reasonable budget and living like a local, the Zurich Youth Hostel is the best base. It is a modern eco-friendly hostel that aims to operate carbon-neutral and has achieved the highest grade level III certification.
Energy efficiency has been maximized from the construction stage, and guests are actively encouraged to use public transportation. In addition, it serves as an educational base for spreading sustainable travel culture by providing specific environmental protection education programs. It is one of the most modern eco-friendly hostels in the world.
Interlaken and Jungfrau regions
사진 확대 Grand Hotel & Spa, Victoria Jungfrau, Switzerland Interlaken / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Authority
4) Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa, Interlaken, 5-Star (Level II)
Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa, where you can enjoy luxurious gastronomy and spa at the same time against the backdrop of Jungfrau’s magnificent snow scene, is the pride of Interlaken.
The hotel’s philosophy to preserve Alpine nature is combined with dinner at the La Terrace restaurant, which shines at 15 Gomiyo Point, allowing travelers to experience the essence of Swiss authentic luxury.
They are active in campaigning to preserve the primitive nature of the Alps and utilizing local products. Through coexistence with local farmers, fresh local food is provided to reduce the distribution stage, and only eco-friendly certified products are selected and used to prevent water pollution during the spa treatment process.
사진 확대 Swiss Interlaken Youth Hostel / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Authority
5) Interlaken Youth Hostel, Youth Hostel (Level III)
When you arrive at Interlaken Ost Station, you will immediately notice the Jugendherberge Interlaken. A modern yet superfluous building is right next to the train station and is one of the key tourist hubs in Switzerland.
Access to public transportation, disability-friendly rooms, and high levels of ecological standards reflected in building design set a good example for sustainability, and encourage eco-friendly accommodation and travel experiences.
Comprehensive services are prioritized so that low-budget travelers can experience sustainability without giving up on quality or luxury. Another aspect of this comprehensive approach is the high accessibility of people with disabilities. Opened in early 2012, Interlaken Youth Hostel is one of the first Swiss accommodation companies to be built in line with Minergi – P regulations.
Minergi standards are ultra-low energy buildings designed with the highest quality and comfort in mind, and are certification systems that can be obtained when meeting ecological and health building requirements. It is a future-oriented building that considers both energy and comfort.
사진 확대 Swiss Grindelwald Belvedere Swiss Quality Hotel / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Authority
6) Belvedere Swiss Quality Hotel, Grindelwald, 4-star Superior (Level II)
The Belvedere Swiss Quality Hotel is a paradise for winter and summer sports enthusiasts as the overwhelming northern wall of Grindelwald spreads out the window.
It is a representative accommodation in Grindelwald, which practices sustainable operation through the use of solar energy and the use of local food materials. In particular, it demonstrates technological innovations for climate protection by establishing a heat pump system that extracts energy from the air to minimize the use of fossil fuels needed to heat swimming pools and supply hot water.
Adjacent to the ski resort, it provides the best convenience for winter sports enthusiasts, and it is perfect for relieving fatigue with a warm spa after spending a day on the slope.
사진 확대 Hotel Silverhorn in Benen, Switzerland / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Authority
7) Hotel Silverhorn, Benen, 4-star (Level II)
Hotel Silverhorn, located in the center of Wengen, a clean village that can only be reached by train, is a haven where you can fully enjoy the calm of the Alps. The Swiss Tainable certification is maintained as an operation method that minimizes the inherent environmental load of Benen, a clean village that has banned vehicle traffic.
In addition to introducing an eco-friendly heating system, it helps guests directly feel the value of the Alps pollution-free village through resource recycling and energy-saving facility operation. You can enjoy a true ‘slow trip’ in the Alps tranquil village.
사진 확대 Swiss Rauterbrunnen Camping Jungfrau / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Authority
8) Camping Jungfrau, Lauterbrunnen, Campground (Level II)
Camping Jungfrau, where you can fall asleep against the backdrop of the sound of Staubbach Falls pouring from the vertical cliff, is a world-class nature-friendly accommodation. It is a nature-friendly camping site with energy-saving facilities and a thorough garbage separation and discharge system.
It strictly operates a water resource management system to protect the ecosystem of the waterfall town of Lauterbrunnen, and provides various guidelines for travelers who want to stay in nature to minimize their impact on the environment.
사진 확대 Swiss Tun TCS Camping Gbat Tun Lake / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Authority
9) TCS Camping Gbat Tun Lake, Tun, Campground (Level II)
Located where the blue waves of Lake Tun meet the magnificent panorama of the Alps, the TCS Camping Gwatt Thunersee Campground is a place to practice harmonious coexistence with nature.
By obtaining Swiss Tainable Level II (leading) certification, it demonstrates its proven practice in certain environments as well as sustainable management. It is taking the lead in reducing environmental load through solar energy utilization and water resource protection systems.
It helps guests fully experience the nature of Lake Tun through eco-friendly activities such as bicycle use and hiking.
Lake Lucerne region
사진 확대 Lucerne-Bürgenstock Resort in Switzerland / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Agency
10) Bergenstock Resort, 5-star (Level II)
The Bürgenstock Hotels & Resort, which has an overwhelming lake view overlooking from 500m above Lake Luzern and impressive Infinity Pool, catches travelers’ eyes at once.
It operates the entire resort eco-friendly by introducing an innovative water-cooled heating and cooling system using water from Lake Lucerne. This is considered an example of dramatically lowering dependence on fossil fuels and presents a leading model for large resort complexes to circulate natural resources to produce sustainable energy.
The Lakeview Lounge with panoramic views overlooking from 500m above the lake is the best place to enjoy afternoon tea.
사진 확대 Hotel Lucerne, Switzerland Chateau Gucci / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Agency
11) Hotel Chateau Gucci, 4-star (Level II)
Located on the romantic Lucerne hillside, Chateau Gütsch is a fairytale-like space with a modern restoration of historical cultural heritage. As a Goseong Hotel overlooking the city center of Lucerne, it preserves historical values and combines modern environmental standards.
While maintaining its unique architectural beauty, it has a complete environment of eco-friendly mobility, such as setting up a charging station dedicated to Tesla, and manages cultural heritage to function as a sustainable tourism resource through combination with local communities. It is one of the most popular wedding hotels for locals.
사진 확대 Swiss Camping Lucerne-Horb / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Authority
12) Camping Lucerne-Horb, Horb, Camping Site (Level I)
Located on the outskirts of the city center of Lucerne, Camping Lucerne-Horw Campground, which preserves the tranquility of the lake, shows a strong commitment to sustainable tourism through Swiss Tainable Level I (dedication).
For co-prosperity with the local community, it is supplied with fresh ingredients produced by nearby farms and provides visitors with guidelines for preserving the ecosystem in the Lake Lucerne area. It has excellent access to public transportation, making it an ideal base for travelers who want to travel to Switzerland without cars.
Chermart
사진 확대 Chermat Chervo Mountain Resort, Switzerland / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Agency
13) Cherbo Mountain Resort, 5-Star (Level III)
CERVO Mountain Resort offers an open-air bath with Matterhorn views and a wellness that unites with nature in a luxurious Alpinist suite room. Innovative heating systems utilizing geothermal energy and therapy using local hubs show leading wellness worthy of Level III grades.
It aims to operate carbon-free in line with the characteristics of Zermatt, a town prohibited from gasoline vehicles, and unravels the life of alpinists where nature and humans coexist in a sustainable way.
사진 확대 Hotel Schweitzerhoff, Switzerland / Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Agency
14) Hotel Schweitzerhoff, 4-star Superior (Level II)
Hotel Schweizerhof, which perfectly combines modern design with traditional Swiss hospitality, offers a vibrant atmosphere unique to Chermat.
It is contributing to the environmental protection of Chermat by introducing modern sustainability technologies to traditional hospitality services. It protects the value of clean areas by introducing building facilities and resource circulation systems that maximize energy efficiency, while providing guests with a classy eco-friendly accommodation experience.
※Photo = Swiss Government Tourism Agency
Jang Joo-young Travel + Reporter