Green Accommodation

Environmentally friendly lodging is available throughout Germany. From the beaches of the Island of Ruegen on Germany's coast in the north to Bavaria's Alpine peaks in the south, you will find a great variety of ecological accommodation including castles, guesthouses and camp grounds. Viabono, one of Germany's most established organizations involved in sustainable tourism, certifies tourist establishments based on their environmentally friendly performance. Click here to find a list of all Viabono-certified hotels and guesthouses.

Climate-neutral hotels are a brand-new, but growing segment in Germany's accommodation market. With the Feldberger Hof in the Black Forest being a frontrunner in 2007, now central Germany's first climate-neutral hotel in the Harz-Mountains has been rewarded. The nature-resort Schindelbruch has taken successful efforts not to emit more carbon-dioxide than it saves by using environmental-friendly technologies and supporting carbon-saving programs.
Seehotel, an eco-friendly hotel in Zeulenroda in Thuringia, implemented innovative technologies, such as climate-terminals informing guests about their individual carbon footprint and opportunities to hold climate-neutral conferences.

Many campsites have improved their environmental performance by implementing energy saving systems and a more efficient waste and water management. Complete eco-camping redesigns offer you a more pleasant and relaxing stay.

If you like to experience the countryside then a stay at a local farmhouse is a must. Be part of German rural life and see how an organic farm works. Kids will be delighted to have a hands-on experience with the animals during holidays on the farm.