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Western Europe: environmental friendliness of the ski resorts

Most environmentally friendly ski resorts in Western Europe - most eco-friendly ski resorts Western Europe

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Western Europe: environmental friendliness of the ski resorts – Environmental friendliness SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental
Western Europe: environmental friendliness of the ski resorts – Environmental friendliness Aletsch Arena – Riederalp/Bettmeralp/Fiesch Eggishorn Western Europe: environmental friendliness of the ski resorts – Environmental friendliness Wildkogel – Neukirchen/Bramberg Western Europe: environmental friendliness of the ski resorts – Environmental friendliness Ischgl/Samnaun – Silvretta Arena Western Europe: environmental friendliness of the ski resorts – Environmental friendliness Zillertal Arena – Zell am Ziller/Gerlos/Königsleiten/Hochkrimml

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Western Europe: most eco-friendly ski resorts

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1. SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Wilder Kaiser
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kitzbüheler Alpen Brixental
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kitzbüheler Alpen Holiday Region Hohe Salve
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser-Brixental
The SkiWelt's environmental protection activities are exemplary. The Sonnenlift in Brixen is 100%… more
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1. Aletsch Arena – Riederalp/​Bettmeralp/​Fiesch Eggishorn
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Aletsch Arena
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Aletsch Arena – Riederalp/Bettmeralp/Fiesch Eggishorn
Sustainability and climate protection are key priorities in the Aletsch Arena. The lifts are operated… more
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1. Wildkogel – Neukirchen/​Bramberg
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Zell am See
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Wildkogel – Neukirchen/Bramberg
In 2010, the ski resort of Wildkogel installed a photovoltaic system at 2,100 metres above sea level.… more
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1. Ischgl/​Samnaun – Silvretta Arena
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland Landeck Paznaun-Ischgl
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin Samnaun Val Müstair
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Ischgl/Samnaun – Silvretta Arena
The environment is an important concern in Ischgl and Samnaun. From the 2019/20 season, it is the… more
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1. Zillertal Arena – Zell am Ziller/​Gerlos/​Königsleiten/​Hochkrimml
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Schwaz Zillertal Zell-Gerlos
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Zillertal Arena – Zell am Ziller/Gerlos/Königsleiten/Hochkrimml
Very great emphasis is placed on environmental protection in the Zillertal Arena. The ski resort uses… more
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1. Arber
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Bavarian Forest (Bayerische Wald) Arberland
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Arber
On the roof of the Arber mountain station, the highest solar power plant in Eastern Bavarian produces… more
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1. KitzSki – Kitzbühel/​Kirchberg
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kitzbühel (District) Kitzbühel
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kitzbüheler Alpen Brixental
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
KitzSki – Kitzbühel/Kirchberg
Protecting the environment is a very important priority for the Bergbahn AG Kitzbühel lift operator.… more
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1. Pizol – Bad Ragaz/​Wangs
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Heidiland
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Pizol – Bad Ragaz/Wangs
Nature is a top priority for the Pizolbahnen lift operator too and responsible, considerate and… more
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1. Kitzsteinhorn/​Maiskogel – Kaprun
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau Zell am See-Kaprun
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Kitzsteinhorn/Maiskogel – Kaprun
The National Park Hohe Tauern is a partner of the ski resort of Kitzsteinhorn/Maiskogel. Pioneering… more
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1. Axamer Lizum
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Innsbruck region
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Axamer Lizum
In 2022, the energy-efficient direct drive Hoadlbahn lift replaced three chairlifts. Fewer lift… more
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1. See
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Landeck Paznaun-Ischgl
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
See
The snow production system used by the See lift operator is environmentally innovative. The system… more
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1. Rauriser Hochalmbahnen – Rauris
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau Raurisertal
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Rauriser Hochalmbahnen – Rauris
The Rauris ski resort is completely climate-friendly. The energy required to operate the lifts and… more
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1. Titlis – Engelberg
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Engelberg-Titlis
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Titlis – Engelberg
Protecting the environment is a very important priority for the Titlis lift operator. Hydraulic power… more
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1. Gerlitzen
Europe Austria Carinthia (Kärnten) Villach Region
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Gerlitzen
The ski resort of Gerlitzen places great emphasis on protecting the environment. The resort can be… more
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1. Belalp – Blatten
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis)
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Belalp – Blatten
Belalp is part of the Swiss Alps Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Site. The destination has… more
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1. Brigels/​Waltensburg/​Andiast
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Surselva
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Brigels/Waltensburg/Andiast
The Brigels lift operator is committed to climate protection and actively works to ensure a better… more
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1. Golm
Europe Austria Vorarlberg Bludenz Montafon
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Golm
The required energy is sourced from 100 percent environmentally friendly power. The Hüttenkopfbahn… more
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1. Nebelhorn – Oberstdorf
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Swabia (Schwaben) Oberallgäu Oberstdorf
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Nebelhorn – Oberstdorf
The MyMountainNature initiative reflects the Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal Bergbahnen lift company’s great… more
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1. Söllereck – Oberstdorf
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Swabia (Schwaben) Oberallgäu Oberstdorf
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Söllereck – Oberstdorf
The MyMountainNature initiative reflects the Oberstdorf Kleinwalsertal Bergbahnen lift company’s great… more
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1. Saint-Lary-Soulan
Europe France Occitania Hautes-Pyrénées Bagnères-de-Bigorre
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Saint-Lary-Soulan
The ski resort of Saint-Lary-Soulan is located in the beautiful natural setting of the Pyrenees. The… more
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1. Kühtai
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Innsbruck region Sellraintal
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Kühtai
Kühtai is a sustainable holiday resort. 100% clean electricity is supplied directly by the nearby… more
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1. Jöchelspitze – Bach
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Reutte Lechtal
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Jöchelspitze – Bach
The ski resort of Jöchelspitze is situated in the Lechtal Valley Natura2000 region. The Lechtaler… more
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1. Stoos – Fronalpstock/​Klingenstock
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Schwyz
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Stoos – Fronalpstock/Klingenstock
No cars are permitted in the village of Stoos and the only access is by ski lifts from Schwyz or… more
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1. St. Moritz – Corviglia
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Engadin St. Moritz
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
St. Moritz – Corviglia
With the comprehensive Clean Energy project, St. Moritz/Engadin was the first alpine holiday and sport… more
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1. Zermatt/​Breuil-Cervinia/​Valtournenche – Matterhorn
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Zermatt-Matterhorn
Europe Italy Aosta Valley (Valle d'Aosta) Matterhorn (Monte Cervino)
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Zermatt/Breuil-Cervinia/Valtournenche – Matterhorn
The village of Zermatt is car-free and only accessible by train from Täsch. The local transportation… more
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1. Bad Gastein/​Bad Hofgastein – Schlossalm/​Angertal/​Stubnerkogel
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pongau Gastein
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Bad Gastein/Bad Hofgastein – Schlossalm/Angertal/Stubnerkogel
The Gastein Valley is very concerned about the environment. Numerous free ski buses run between the… more
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1. Schmittenhöhe – Zell am See
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau Zell am See-Kaprun
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Schmittenhöhe – Zell am See
The Schmittenhöhe in Zell am See is continuously extending its commitment to environmental and climate… more
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1. Gemsstock – Andermatt
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Uri Andermatt
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Gemsstock – Andermatt
Sustainability is an important priority in the SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun. There is no access to… more
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1. Andermatt/​Oberalp/​Sedrun
Europe Switzerland Central Switzerland Uri Andermatt
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Disentis Sedrun
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Andermatt/Oberalp/Sedrun
Sustainability is an important priority in the SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun. There is no access to… more
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1. Saas-Fee
Europe Switzerland Lemanic Region Valais (Wallis) Saas-Fee/​Saastal
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Saas-Fee
The Saas-Fee Energy Town is a textbook example of environmental protection. It is the world’s first… more
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1. Weissee Gletscherwelt – Uttendorf
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Pinzgau Stubachtal
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Weissee Gletscherwelt – Uttendorf
The ski resort of Weissee Gletscherwelt is located in the middle of unspoiled nature in the Hohe… more
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1. Riesneralm – Donnersbachwald
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Liezen Schladming-Dachstein
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Riesneralm – Donnersbachwald
A separate water power station generates green energy that is fed into the network. Gentle tourism is… more
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1. Disentis
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Disentis Sedrun
Test result: 5 out of 5 stars
Disentis
There is a solar energy plant in Caischavedra. Information about the wildlife protection zones is… more
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34. Spieljoch – Fügen
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Schwaz Zillertal Erste Ferienregion im Zillertal
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Spieljoch – Fügen
The Ziller Valley, and in particular Spieljoch, is making major investments in free public transport… more
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34. Tauplitz – Bad Mitterndorf
Europe Austria Styria (Steiermark) Salzkammergut Ausseerland
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Tauplitz – Bad Mitterndorf
The Tauplitz ski train transports visitors free of charge from the train station, accommodation and… more
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34. Nauders am Reschenpass – Bergkastel
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Landeck Tiroler Oberland
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Nauders am Reschenpass – Bergkastel
You can leave your car parked in Nauders. Ski buses provide easy access to the ski resort from the… more
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34. Kleine Scheidegg/​Männlichen – Grindelwald/​Wengen
Europe Switzerland Espace Mittelland Bern Bernese Oberland Jungfrau Region
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen – Grindelwald/Wengen
The Kleine Scheidegg/Männlichen ski resort takes measures to protect the environment. Flora and fauna… more
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34. Arosa Lenzerheide
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Arosa
Europe Switzerland Eastern Switzerland Graubünden Lenzerheide
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Arosa Lenzerheide
Highly efficient solar panels are integrated in the lifts at various locations. Renewable energies… more
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34. Hochkönig – Maria Alm/​Dienten/​Mühlbach
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Hochkönig
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hochkönig – Maria Alm/Dienten/Mühlbach
The ski resort of Hochkönig has a very good ski bus system. There is no need for a car at any point… more
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34. Damüls Mellau
Europe Austria Vorarlberg Bregenz Bregenzerwald
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Damüls Mellau
In the Damüls-Mellau ski resort, there are animal protection areas and guests are informed about… more
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34. Bergeralm – Steinach am Brenner
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Innsbruck Innsbruck-Land Wipptal
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Bergeralm – Steinach am Brenner
There is also a comprehensive free ski bus system with its own pocket-sized timetables. You can… more
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34. St. Jakob im Defereggental – Brunnalm
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Osttirol (East Tyrol) Deferreggen Valley (Defereggental)
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
St. Jakob im Defereggental – Brunnalm
The entire ski resort is connected to the public sewage system. The resort sorts rubbish… more
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34. Obertauern
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Lungau
Europe Austria Salzburg (Salzburger Land) Obertauern
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Obertauern
Almost the entire ski resort of Obertauern is heated using environmentally friendly biomass by the… more
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34. Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Osttirol (East Tyrol)
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Großglockner Resort Kals-Matrei
The use of ski buses is actively encouraged in Matrei. The Kals cable car saves about 20% on energy… more
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34. Sillian – Thurntaler (Hochpustertal)
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Osttirol (East Tyrol) East Tyrolean Hochpustertal
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Sillian – Thurntaler (Hochpustertal)
The market town of Sillian encourages visitors to opt for climate-friendly mobility with its “Sillian… more
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34. Hochoetz – Oetz
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Imst (District) Ötztal
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Hochoetz – Oetz
All restricted forest areas are fenced off and marked with signs. Waste is separated in the ski… more
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34. Gurgl – Obergurgl-Hochgurgl
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Oberland (region) Imst (District) Ötztal
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Gurgl – Obergurgl-Hochgurgl
As almost all of the hotels are right next to the slopes, there is no need to use your car at all… more
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34. Kaltenbach – Hochzillertal/​Hochfügen (SKi-optimal)
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Schwaz Zillertal Erste Ferienregion im Zillertal
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Kaltenbach – Hochzillertal/Hochfügen (SKi-optimal)
Great emphasis is placed on environmental protection in the ski resort of Hochzillertal/Hochfügen.… more
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34. Lermoos – Grubigstein
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Außerfern Tiroler Zugspitz Arena
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Lermoos – Grubigstein
Only the main slopes have snow-making capabilities. Part of the ski resort is only opened when there… more
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34. Steinplatte-Winklmoosalm – Waidring/​Reit im Winkl
Europe Austria Tyrol (Tirol) Tiroler Unterland Kitzbüheler Alpen Pillersee Valley (Pillerseetal)
Europe Germany Bavaria (Bayern) Upper Bavaria (Oberbayern) Chiemgau
Test result: 4 out of 5 stars
Steinplatte-Winklmoosalm – Waidring/Reit im Winkl
The ski resort is very concerned about the environment. The electricity used to power the lifts and… more
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