Top 5 eco-friendly ski resorts

Are you a ski lover who cares about the environment? If you’re looking to reduce your environmental impact during your next ski getaway, there are small steps you can take. And one of them is simple: choose an eco-friendly ski resort for your mountain holiday.

More and more travellers today are turning to sustainable tourism to help protect nature. To preserve our beautiful mountains and ski areas, many resorts are now committing to sustainable development.

In this article, we’ll help you find the eco-friendly ski resort that suits you best. And we’re confident you’ll find the perfect match. Why? Because we’re about to reveal the Top 5 resorts awarded the Flocon Vert – a label that recognises real commitment to sustainability in mountain destinations.

Ready to discover them?

Tignes

Experience the mountains differently with Tignes – an innovative and inspiring ski resort! Perfect for winter sports enthusiasts, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of slopes across the Tignes – Val d’Isère ski area.

It’s the first ski area certified by Green Globe, thanks to its strong commitment to sustainability:

Avoriaz

Enjoy a sustainable ski break in a fully pedestrian resort with a bold “zero car” concept – for zero pollution! Unique and full of charm, Avoriaz is a ski-in, ski-out resort designed to make your stay as easy and eco-friendly as possible.

Avoriaz is constantly pushing environmental innovation to preserve its stunning natural surroundings. The resort prioritises sustainable building, including an entire neighbourhood awarded the Green Key label – the leading international eco-label for environmentally friendly tourist accommodation.

It also promotes dual-energy networks across the resort and encourages waste sorting and recycling. And that’s not all:

Serre Chevalier

Head to the heart of an unspoilt valley in the Hautes-Alpes and discover Serre Chevalier-Briançon, nestled at the gateway to the Écrins National Park. This beautiful resort is proudly committed to sustainability and has earned the Green Globe certification – the world’s leading label for sustainable tourism.

Serre Chevalier-Briançon is now the first ski area in the Southern Alps to be certified by Green Globe. The resort is taking action across all areas of its ski domain to support sustainable development, including:

Châtel

Discover this charming village-resort in Haute-Savoie, nestled on the French-Swiss border of the Portes du Soleil ski area. You'll be immersed in a lively and welcoming resort with beautifully preserved mountain architecture. Between traditional alpine chalets and breathtaking scenery, you’re in for a real treat. In Châtel, you'll experience not only a unique way of life – but also a great party atmosphere! One thing’s for sure: you’ll never be bored in Châtel.

Awarded the Flocon Vert label, Châtel is fully committed to protecting the environment. The resort is investing in sustainable mobility and waste reduction across its entire territory. It also supports pastoral farming to celebrate and preserve the area’s mountain traditions.

Chamonix Mont Blanc

Hit the slopes in this legendary mountain destination at the foot of the iconic Mont Blanc. Not only has Chamonix Mont-Blanc been awarded the Flocon Vert label, it also promises unforgettable ski moments for you and the whole family. With countless activities and events on offer, you're guaranteed a lively, fun-filled stay from beginning to end.

When it comes to protecting the environment, Chamonix stands out with two key initiatives:

And for years now, the resort has been actively working to reduce pollution and make both the town and ski area as eco-responsible as possible.