Responsible tourism

European Charter for Sustainable Tourism

The Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park, the municipalities that form part of it, and the tourism companies that work there, have spent years promoting plans and campaigns to ensure a form of tourism that is committed to sustainability. This effort has seen a push for good practices and the obtaining of internationally recognised certifications

Ecotourism commitment

What is ECST?

European Charter for Sustainable Tourism (ECST) is a management tool which allow to develop a sustainable tourism at the protected natural areas. ECST companies are the ones that make the greatest effort to make their activity sustainable and work together with those who manage natural areas.
The Sustainable Tourism Strategy of the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park was developed through a participatory process involving institutions and individuals from both the public and private sectors.

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Objectives

  • To protect and preserve the natural and cultural values of the territory

  • Economic and social development of the local population

Benefits

  • A better place to live, a better place to visit

  • A high-quality tourist experience for visitors

  • A balance between the conservation of natural and cultural heritage and tourism activity

How?

  • Through networking and collaboration between the public and private sectors

  • With a shared strategy based on commitment – planning – continuous improvement